Monazite and Achroite Physical Properties

Monazite and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Monazite and Achroite 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 Monazite and Achroite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Achroite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Monazite and Achroite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Monazite and Achroite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Monazite and Achroite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Monazite is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Achroite is 2.90-3.40.