Moonstone (Multicolour) - NaK/AlSi₃O₈

Goodfellow supplies Moonstones (NaK/AlSi₃O₈) for advanced scientific and industrial applications. Moonstone, a feldspar mineral, is prized for its unique optical and physical properties that make it valuable in various fields of study and technological development. Moonstone's key characteristics include its distinctive adularescence, a shimmering effect caused by light scattering within its layered crystal structure, and its physical durability with a Mohs hardness of 6 to 6.5 and good thermal stability. These properties make it valuable in various industries and research fields. In optics, it's used for specialized lenses and filters, while the electronics industry utilizes it for capacitors and insulators. Materials scientists study its layered structure, and geologists investigate its role in Earth's crust. Moonstone contributes to advanced optical devices and high-temperature sensors, with potential applications in display technologies and harsh industrial environments. Its complex structure provides a rich subject for materials research, potentially leading to breakthroughs in understanding silicate minerals and innovations in photonics and optoelectronics. Moonstone's unique properties make it increasingly important in scientific discovery and technological advancement across multiple disciplines.