Monazite and Sodalite Physical Properties

Monazite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Monazite and Sodalite 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 Sodalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Monazite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Monazite and Sodalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Monazite and Sodalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Monazite is 2.15-2.40 whereas that of Sodalite is 2.15-2.40.