Morganite and Monazite Physical Properties

Morganite and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite 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 Morganite and Monazite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Morganite and Monazite Specific Gravity

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