Scheelite and Monazite Physical Properties

Scheelite and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite 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 Scheelite and Monazite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scheelite and Monazite Specific Gravity

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