Metamorphic Dehydration

Following a thorough investigation of …, the … crew has confirmed that the planet used to be covered in flowing water, several billion years ago. However, the geochemical composition of the planet's basalt crust proved highly hydrophilic - so much so, that …'s thirsty rocks eventually absorbed and bound all of the water on its surface. Now all that remains of these vast oceans are salty brine streaks lining …'s numerous canyons. Science Officer … adds that the mineral hydrates now dominating …'s landscape could have many valuable industrial applications.

The command below will trigger the "Metamorphic Dehydration" event in Stellaris:

When this event fires, you can choose between the following option:

• Interesting.
  • Add deposit: +4