Argillite

Phyllite

Properties of Argillite and Phyllite

Argillite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

2-3

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1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White to Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Phyllitic

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

Crenulation and Pervasive

1.1.9 Toughness

2.6

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.56-2.68

2.72-2.73

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

2.18-3.3 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.87 kJ/Kg K

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Water Resistant

Argillite vs Phyllite Properties

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