Richterite and Monazite Physical Properties

Richterite and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Monazite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Richterite and Monazite Specific Gravity

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