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Dolomite
Dolomite




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Dolomite Information

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Astrology

Origin

Spain, Southern and central Africa

Color

White, gray, Reddish, Brownish

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

Poorly soluble in dilute HCl

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

2.80-2.95
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect on {10 1 1}, rhombohedral cleavage

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Optical Properties

Luster

Vitreous, Pearly

Pleochroism

-

Dispersion

0.02
Rank: 54 (Overall)
0.005 1
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Transparency

Transparent, Translucent

Refractive Index

1.498-1.681
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

Trigonal

Birefringence

0.179-0.181
0 0.296
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Clarity

Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

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Cardiovascular

Supports digestive system health

Respiratory

Good

Reproductive

-

Digestive

Supports digestive health

Psychology

Emotional balance

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Balancing

Dolomite Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Dolomite Benefits have been well identified and tested. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are Emotional healing. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Dolomite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Dolomite is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Dolomite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Dolomite details and interesting facts are provided here.

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Spain and Southern and central Africa.
  • Color: Common colors observed are White, gray, Reddish, Brownish.
  • Chemical Formula: CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references.