Origin
China, Burma, Pakistan, USA, Southern and central Africa, Brazil
USA
Color
Green
Greenish, Yellow, Green
Streak
None
Green
For which Rashi?
Libra, Taurus, Leo, Virgo
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Planet
-
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Element of Planets
Earth
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Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
-
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Deities
Isis
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Not to wear with
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Powers
Protection
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Birthstone
Planetary
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Talisman
-
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Tenacity
-
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Solubility
-
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Durability
-
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Specific Gravity
1.54-1.553.32
1
7.18
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Fracture
Conchoidal
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Cleavage
Poor
{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7-9999
2
10
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Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4
LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Luster
Vitreous, Greasy
Vitreous
Pleochroism
Weak: yellow-green green (colorless)Herve Nicolas Lazzarelli
Yellow-green colorlessAnthony et al
Dispersion
0.020.02
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.64-1.691
1
3.25
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Optic Character
-
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Crystal System
Orthorhombic
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Birefringence
0.036-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
Transparent
Physical
Neurological
Enhances mental clarity and focus
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Cardiovascular
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Respiratory
Good
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Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
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Digestive
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Psychology
Harmony
Creativity
Healing
Physical healing
Physical healing
Qualities Associated
Health
Empowerment