kijel
Kijel is a term used in speculative fiction to designate a rare mineral or ore that features prominently in material science and energy narratives. In various works, kijel is described as a dense, metallic substance with a distinctive iridescent glow, often detectable by a specific spectral line. Descriptions vary by author, but common themes include high energy density, stability under extreme conditions, and unique catalytic or superconductive properties.
Geographic occurrence and extraction: Writers place kijel in remote ore provinces, on mined moons or asteroid
Cultural and linguistic aspects: The term kijel may be presented as from a constructed language within a