Ceruleum Powder

Ceruleum Powder is what happens when Ceruleum Dust is allowed to settle onto the surface, this turns the dust into a powder which is then used in the creation of bullets for firearms.

Properties

Geology & Geography

The material originates from Ceruleum Dust that has been left alone for long periods of time to settle onto the ground.

History & Usage

Discovery

This powder was first discovered during the early days of the colonization of Eskelia, it's use as a gunpowder, however was discovered entirely by accident when a miner dropped a match near a large amount of the powder which caused it to combust.

Everyday use

Ceruleum Powder is commonly used in bullets and other explosives, such as bombs.

Reusability & Recycling

The powder can be used not just as a force to kill, but also, as one to 'clean'. The combustion of the powder can burn away all other particles in the area, leaving a place completely clean and devoid of bacteria and other organisms.

Distribution

Trade & Market

Ceruleum Powder is a common material found anywhere that mines exist, because of this, mines export this material for additional funds to different types of industry. It's value is based upon the amount of powder that can be gathered up in any given time and the amount needed in the industry.

Storage

Due to it's combustible nature, it has to be stored in sealed non-flammable containers for transport and storage.

Type

Ore/Mineral

Odor

Has an acrid bite to it, though depending on where the firearm is fired, the smell could be stronger or lighter.

Taste

Has a bitter taste to it, rough, and hard to swallow.

Color

Ceruleum Powder is orange in color but can be mixed with dyes to actually create a different color, this is done usually to differentiate between the types of powder used.