1 Astrology
1.1 Origin
1.2 Color
Black
Red, Reddish, Violet, Blue, Green, Colorless, pink
1.3 Streak
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
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2.2 Solubility
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2.3 Durability
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2.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.102.74-2.76
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2.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
2.6 Cleavage
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{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
2.7 Mohs Hardness
2.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
3 Optical Properties
3.1 Luster
Subadamantine, Vitreous
Vitreous
3.2 Pleochroism
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Pale rose-red carmine-red colorlessAnthony et al
3.3 Dispersion
3.4 Transparency
3.5 Refractive Index
1.855-1.8951.692-1.739
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3.6 Optic Character
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3.7 Crystal System
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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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