1 Astrology
1.1 Origin
1.2 Color
Red, gray, Brown, pink
Yellow, orange, Red
1.3 Streak
Scarlet, Red
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1.4 For which Rashi?
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1.5 Planet
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1.6 Element of Planets
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1.7 How to Wear?
1.7.1 Finger
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1.7.2 Ring Metal
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1.8 Energy
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1.9 Deities
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1.10 Not to wear with
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1.11 Powers
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1.12 Birthstone
1.12.1 Planetary
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1.12.2 Talisman
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2 Physical Properties
2.1 Tenacity
Slightly sectile
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2.2 Solubility
1.04 x 10−25 g per 100 ml water (Ksp at 25°C = 2 x 10−32)
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2.3 Durability
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2.4 Specific Gravity
2.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
2.6 Cleavage
Prismatic {10 1 0}, perfect
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2.7 Mohs Hardness
2.8 Chemical Composition
HgSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
3 Optical Properties
3.1 Luster
3.2 Pleochroism
NilArthur Thomas
In thick sections
3.3 Dispersion
3.4 Transparency
3.5 Refractive Index
2.905-3.251.690-1.705
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3.6 Optic Character
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3.7 Crystal System
3.8 Birefringence
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3.9 Clarity
4 Benefits
4.1 Physical
4.1.1 Neurological
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4.1.2 Cardiovascular
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4.1.3 Respiratory
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4.1.4 Reproductive
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4.1.5 Digestive
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4.2 Psychology
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4.3 Healing
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4.4 Qualities Associated
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