Origin
Brazil, Madagascar, Zambia, Sri Lanka, Burma, Russia, USA, Afghanistan
Southern and central Africa
Color
Green, Blue, Yellow, Red, Brown, White, Colorless, pink
Blue
Streak
White
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For which Rashi?
Libra
Leo, Gemini, Capricorn
Planet
Venus, Mars
Uranus
Element of Planets
Water
Water
Energy
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How to Wear?
Finger
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Ring Metal
-
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Deities
Venus
Frigg
Not to wear with
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Powers
Love, Courage
Protection
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
2.85-3.35-9999
1
7.18
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Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
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Cleavage
Indistinct
None
Mohs Hardness
7-7.57
2
10
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Chemical Composition
Tourmaline is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas. See The chemical formula of Tourmaline for details.
SiO2 with gold
Luster
Vitreous
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Pleochroism
typically moderate to strong
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Dispersion
0.020.01
0.005
1
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Transparency
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to opaque
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Refractive Index
1.614-1.666-9999
1
3.25
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
Trigonal
Trigonal
Birefringence
0.014-0.040-9999
0
0.296
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Clarity
Transparent
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Physical
Neurological
Aids in mental clarity and focus
Aids in communication and self-expression
Cardiovascular
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Supports heart health
Respiratory
Good
Good
Reproductive
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Digestive
Supports digestive health
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Psychology
Protection
Communication
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Protection
Communication