Tantalite Information

Tantalite

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1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Madagascar, Zimbabwe

1.2 Color

Brown

1.3 Streak

Brownish, Red, Black

1.4 For which Rashi?

Not Available

1.5 Planet

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1.6 Element of Planets

Not Available

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

Not Available

2.4 Specific Gravity

5.2

1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

2.6 Cleavage

Good in one direction

2.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.5

2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Resinous

3.2 Pleochroism

Not Available

3.3 Dispersion

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall) ▶

0.007 1

3.4 Transparency

TransparentWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

3.5 Refractive Index

2.190-2.457

1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

Not Available

3.7 Crystal System

Orthorhombic

3.8 Birefringence

0.083

0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

TransparentWalter Schumann

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

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

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

Origin: Primarily obtained in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Madagascar and Zimbabwe.
Color: Common colors observed are Brown.
Chemical Formula: (Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references.

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