Andesite

Argillite

Properties of Andesite and Argillite

Andesite

Argillite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

2-3

1.1.2 Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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225.00 N/mm²

Rank: 7 (Overall)▶

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

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2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.8

2.56-2.68

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.11-2.36 g/cm³

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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2.39 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 2 (Overall)▶

0.87 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 14 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Andesite vs Argillite Properties

Properties of Andesite and Argillite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Andesite vs Argillite properties, get to know more about Andesite Definition and Argillite Definition. For the ease of understanding, the properties of rocks are divided into physical and thermal properties. Rocks have a variety of properties like hardness, color, specific gravity, fracture, cleavage, luster etc. Know all about physical and thermal properties of Andesite and Argillite.