OHsidos
OHsidos is a fictional mineral described in speculative geology and collaborative worldbuilding projects. It is depicted as a hydrous oxide with a layered crystal structure and a distinctive pale blue-green hue.
Etymology and naming: The name OHsidos combines hints of hydroxide chemistry with a suffix alluding to layering
Properties: In the fictional profile, OHsidos has a Mohs hardness around 5, a vitreous to pearly luster,
Occurrence: OHsidos is said to form in hydrothermal veins hosted by basaltic or ultramafic rocks, typically
Synthesis and use: In the fictional setting, OHsidos can be synthesized in high-temperature, high-pressure hydrothermal reactors
Cultural context: OHsidos has appeared in science fiction literature and role-playing worlds as a mineral of