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Gypsum Information



Astrology

Origin
Mexico

Color
Colorless, White, Greenish, Brown

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
Flexible

Solubility
Soluble

Durability
-

Specific Gravity
2.20-2.40

Fracture
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}

Mohs Hardness
2

Chemical Composition
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous, Silky, Pearly, Waxy

Pleochroism
None

Dispersion
0.01 59

Transparency
Transparent, Translucent

Refractive Index
1.521-1.531

Optic Character
-

Crystal System
monoclinic

Birefringence
0.010

Clarity
Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
-

Cardiovascular
-

Respiratory
Good

Reproductive
-

Digestive
-

Psychology
Harmony

Healing
Emotional healing

Qualities Associated
Harmony

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

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

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