What the Heck Is That? Ordinary Things That Look Insane Microscopic!

Salt, But Make It Fancy

Under a microscope, table salt doesn’t look like something you sprinkle out of a shaker. It turns into tiny glassy cubes—like sugar’s more geometric cousin. These little blocks stack up like crystal Lego bricks, all sharp angles and clean edges. Rather than pure sodium chloride, it seems more like something you’d find in a mineral museum.

The reason for the blocky look is simple. Salt has a cubic crystal structure, and it sticks to that shape with serious commitment when viewed under a lens. It’s weirdly satisfying to see something so basic turn into a lineup of mini ice cubes—just waiting for their close-up.

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