Smaragdite and Monazite Physical Properties

Smaragdite and Monazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite and Monazite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Smaragdite- NaCa2(Al,Fe)3Si6O18(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Monazite- (Ce,La,Nd,Th)PO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Smaragdite and Monazite Specific Gravity

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