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Montebrasite and Monazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-3.104.80-5.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-65-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
(Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Montebrasite and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Montebrasite and Monazite 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 Montebrasite and Monazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Montebrasite- LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Montebrasite and Monazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Montebrasite and Monazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Montebrasite and Monazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Montebrasite is 4.80-5.50 whereas that of Monazite is 4.80-5.50.