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Chabazite and Monazite Physical Properties


Monazite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.08-2.16  
4.80-5.50  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven  
-  

Cleavage
distinct/good on {1011}  
Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
4.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
(Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Chabazite and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chabazite 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 Chabazite and Monazite chemical formula.

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Chabazite and Monazite Specific Gravity

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

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