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Anorthite and Monazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.77
4.80-5.50
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Anorthite and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite and Monazite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Anorthite and Monazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Anorthite and Monazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Monazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Monazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 4.80-5.50 whereas that of Monazite is 4.80-5.50.