Essene

Properties

Material Characteristics

Essene is typically found in gaseous form and is nearly odorless and invisible. In large concentrations, it gives air a slightly blue appearance and smells sweet.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Essene has a high critical temperature, which makes it an ideal coolant. It is also non-flammable and non-toxic.

Geology & Geography

Essene is produced in the upper mantle of some terrestrial planets through an unknown geochemical process. Some essene will escape to the atmosphere via volcanic eruptions, where it is mined in its gaseous form.

Origin & Source

While the underlying geochemical process that produces essene is not yet understood, it tends to form in the mantles of terrestrial planets with lower than average silica content.

Life & Expiration

Essene is incredibly stable and non-reactive. It can be stored indefinitely in airtight containers.

History & Usage

Everyday use

Essene is used as a coolant on starships, starbases, and in industrial processes.

Industrial Use

Essene is used to rapidly cool alloys in some metallurgical processes.

Refinement

Essene can be used in its raw state, but often undergoes purification processing.

Type

Elemental / Molecular

Value

High

Rarity

Uncommon

Odor

Sweet

Taste

None

Color

Transparent blue

Common State

Gas