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Hauyne and Monazite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.54.80-5.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
(Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hauyne and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne 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 Hauyne and Monazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hauyne and Monazite Specific Gravity

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