Monazite and Childrenite Physical Properties

Monazite and Childrenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Monazite and Childrenite 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 Childrenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Childrenite- (Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Monazite and Childrenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Monazite and Childrenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Monazite and Childrenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Monazite is 3.06-3.25 whereas that of Childrenite is 3.06-3.25.