Anorthosite

Hornblendite

Properties of Anorthosite and Hornblendite

Anorthosite

Hornblendite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-6

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Coarse Grained

Medium to Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Irregular to Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Pearly to Subvitreous

Vitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

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2.3

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.62-2.82

2.5

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7-4 g/cm³

2.85-3.07 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.84 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 15 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Anorthosite vs Hornblendite Properties

Properties of Anorthosite and Hornblendite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Anorthosite vs Hornblendite properties, get to know more about Anorthosite Definition and Hornblendite 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 Anorthosite and Hornblendite.