Gedrite Information

Gedrite

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1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

Southern and central Africa

1.2 Color

Brown, Brown, Green, Green, gray, White

1.3 Streak

gray, White, gray, White

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

3.15-3.259

1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

Not Available

2.6 Cleavage

Gedrite Magnesiogedrite , Comments: Dark gray cleavage fragment of magnesiogedrite (gedrite). , Location: Bamble, Telemark, Norway. , Scale: See Image.

2.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6

2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe2+ ) 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2](Si 6Al 2)O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Fibrous, Vitreous

3.2 Pleochroism

Weak to moderate

3.3 Dispersion

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Rank: N/A (Overall) ▶

0.007 1

3.4 Transparency

Transparent

3.5 Refractive Index

1.625-1.718

1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

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3.7 Crystal System

Orthorhombic Dipyramidal H-M Symbol (2/m 2/m 2/m) Space Group: P nma

3.8 Birefringence

Not Available

0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

Transparent

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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Brown Gemstones

Gedrite 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, Gedrite Benefits have been well identified and tested. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Gedrite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Gedrite 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 Gedrite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Gedrite details and interesting facts are provided here.

Origin: Primarily obtained in Southern and central Africa.
Color: Common colors observed are Brown, Brown, Green, Green, gray, White.
Chemical Formula: (Mg,Fe2+ ) 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2](Si 6Al 2)O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001).

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