Monazite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Monazite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Monazite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Monazite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Monazite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Monazite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Monazite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.