Monazite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Monazite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Monazite and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Monazite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Monazite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Monazite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Monazite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.