Monazite and Chromite Physical Properties

Monazite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Monazite and Chromite 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 Chromite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Monazite and Chromite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Monazite and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Monazite and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Monazite is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.