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Matrix Opal and Monazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.98-2.504.80-5.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
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1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Matrix Opal and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Matrix Opal 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 Matrix Opal and Monazite chemical formula.

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

Matrix Opal and Monazite Specific Gravity

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