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− | '''Dilithium''' is a rare crystalline [[element]], found throughout the universe. Dilithium is the only known material that can regulate the matter/[[antimatter]] reaction, which is why it is used by most species in their [[warp core|warp drives]]. |
+ | '''Dilithium''' is a rare crystalline [[element]], found throughout the universe. Dilithium is the only known material that can regulate the matter/[[antimatter]] reaction, which is why it is used by most species in their [[warp core|warp drives]]. Different compositions and origins produced slightly different appearances in the crystals, ranging in shape and color. |
The [[planet]] [[Direidi]] is one of the most concentrated locations of Dilithium in known [[Federation]] space, and is located on the border to [[Klingon]] space. (''[[Star Trek: The Original Series|TOS]] [[novel]]: "[[How Much for Just the Planet?]]"'') |
The [[planet]] [[Direidi]] is one of the most concentrated locations of Dilithium in known [[Federation]] space, and is located on the border to [[Klingon]] space. (''[[Star Trek: The Original Series|TOS]] [[novel]]: "[[How Much for Just the Planet?]]"'') |
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+ | During the [[23rd century]], the crystals often deteriorated rapidly during adverse situations, so starships often kept large supplies of them on board. Having a large supply of dilithium almost instantly promotes a planet into prominence in interplanetary politics, as other species seek trade. Some other planets known for their dilithium deposits include [[Coridan]], [[Troyius]], and [[Avaton II]]. (''[[Game]]: "[[Star Trek: Starfleet Academy - Strategic Command|STA: SC]]"'') |
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Revision as of 17:58, 15 October 2006
Dilithium is a rare crystalline element, found throughout the universe. Dilithium is the only known material that can regulate the matter/antimatter reaction, which is why it is used by most species in their warp drives. Different compositions and origins produced slightly different appearances in the crystals, ranging in shape and color.
The planet Direidi is one of the most concentrated locations of Dilithium in known Federation space, and is located on the border to Klingon space. (TOS novel: "How Much for Just the Planet?")
During the 23rd century, the crystals often deteriorated rapidly during adverse situations, so starships often kept large supplies of them on board. Having a large supply of dilithium almost instantly promotes a planet into prominence in interplanetary politics, as other species seek trade. Some other planets known for their dilithium deposits include Coridan, Troyius, and Avaton II. (Game: "STA: SC")