Bismuth Crystal Formation

Along with being absolutely beautiful, bismuth formations were one of the leading inspirations of Magic The Gathering's giant, world ending monsters know as the Eldrazi. Within a lot of the artwork, you'll see a lot bismuth formations that really flesh out the alien aesthetic they were going for. If you're a nerd like us, you'll always be on the lookout for them the next time you are slinging some spells with friends.     Bismuth, also known as BI, has an atomic number of 31 and is classified as a poor metal on the periodic table of elements. It is often found in its native state as a brittle metal with an iridescent oxide tarnish, exhibiting dazzling colors from yellow to blue. This particular sample was grown in a lab at a temperature of 520 degrees Fahrenheit and has a trigonal (or rhombohedral) crystal structure. These specimens are renowned for their vibrant and diverse colors, ranging from the rainbow to iridescent blues and purples. According to metaphysics: Bismuth is believed