Fluorite and Monazite Physical Properties

Fluorite and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorite 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 Fluorite and Monazite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂
• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Fluorite and Monazite Specific Gravity

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