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Anorthite Facts



Astrology

Origin
Southern and central Africa

Color
White, Reddish, Colorless, gray, Red

Streak
White

For which Rashi?
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Planet
-

Element of Planets
-

Energy
-

How to Wear?

Finger
-

Ring Metal
-

Deities
-

Not to wear with
-

Powers
-

Birthstone

Planetary
-

Talisman
-

Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle

Solubility
-

Durability
-

Specific Gravity
2.77

Fracture
Uneven

Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous

Pleochroism
colorless.

Dispersion
0.01 60

Transparency
Transparent

Refractive Index
1.575-1.588

Optic Character
-

Crystal System
Triclinic

Birefringence
0.012-0.013

Clarity
Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
Improves cognitive function

Cardiovascular
Supports heart health

Respiratory
Poor

Reproductive
-

Digestive
-

Psychology
Transformation

Healing
Emotional healing

Qualities Associated
Balance

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Anorthite Effects

Anorthites are known since centuries for their mystic powers in healing the physical and mental illnesses. Anorthite is one among those astrological gemstones and has some amazing healing powers. Are you curious to know what are the Anorthite effects on your personality? Astrologically, significant Anorthite Benefits can be reaped, when Anorthite stone is worn daily . Since this stone is believed to influence the impact of 's powers, the individual wearing it can overcome all the ill effects of this planet and achieve a state of optimal health and well being.

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Anorthite Specifications

Anorthite Specifications include its chemical, physical and optical properties of natural gemstones. These are displayed through measurements of light dispersion, hardness, density or specific gravity, cleavage, fracture, tenacity, refractive index and luster. These properties vary depending on the type of natural gemstone. Here, to give you a basic insight about Anorthite, we provide you with a few prominent Anorthite facts.

The gem is commonly found in Southern and central Africa.Chemical formula is majorly responsible in contributing the Physical Properties of Anorthite. It is mainly composed of CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006).

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