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Goethite
Goethite




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Goethite Information

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Astrology

Origin

Australia

Color

Brown, Reddish, Brownish, Yellow

Streak

Brown, Brownish, Yellow

For which Rashi?

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Planet

-

Element of Planets

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Energy

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How to Wear?

Finger

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Ring Metal

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Deities

-

Not to wear with

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Powers

-

Birthstone

Planetary

-

Talisman

-

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-

Solubility

HCl soluble

Durability

-

Specific Gravity

4.27-4.29
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven

Cleavage

Perfect {010}

Mohs Hardness

5-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Optical Properties

Luster

Adamantine

Pleochroism

VisibleArthur Thomas

Dispersion

0.05
0.005 1
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Transparency

-

Refractive Index

2.26-2.398
1 3.25
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Optic Character

-

Crystal System

Orthorhombic

Birefringence

0.138
0 0.296
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Clarity

-

Benefits

Physical

Neurological

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Cardiovascular

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Respiratory

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Reproductive

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Digestive

-

Psychology

Creativity

Healing

Emotional healing

Qualities Associated

Emotional Healing

Goethite 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, Goethite 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, Goethite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

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

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Australia.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Brown, Reddish, Brownish, Yellow.
  • Chemical Formula: FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009).