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Monazite
Mineral Properties and Uses
Physical Properties of Monazite |
| Uses |
primary source for thorium, cerium, and other rare elements |
| Color |
yellowish to reddish brown |
| Streak |
white |
| Luster |
resinous to waxy |
| Diaphaneity |
translucent |
| Cleavage |
Poor |
| Mohs Hardness |
5 - 5.5 |
| Specific Gravity |
5.0 - 5.3 |
| Distinguishing Characteristics |
specific gravity |
| Crystal System |
monoclinic |
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