Argillite

Marble

Properties of Argillite and Marble

Argillite

Marble

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

2-3

3-4

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Not Available

1.1.4 Streak

White to Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Dull to Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

115.00 N/mm²

Rank: 18 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.6

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.56-2.68

2.86-2.87

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

2.4-2.7 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.87 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 14 (Overall)▶

0.88 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 13 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant

Argillite vs Marble Properties

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