1 Astrology
1.1 Origin
India, Russia
Austria, Columbia
1.2 Color
1.3 Streak
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
2.25-2.402.54-2.61
1
7.18
2.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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2.6 Cleavage
perfect on {010}; good on {100}
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2.7 Mohs Hardness
2.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
3 Optical Properties
3.1 Luster
Vitreous, Pearly
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3.2 Pleochroism
NilArthur Thomas
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3.3 Dispersion
3.4 Transparency
Translucent
TransparentArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
3.5 Refractive Index
1.510-1.5501.518-1.536
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3.6 Optic Character
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3.7 Crystal System
Orthorhombic
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3.8 Birefringence
0.015-0.0200.005-0.008
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0.296
3.9 Clarity
Translucent
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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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