Argillite

Travertine

Properties of Argillite and Travertine

Argillite

Travertine

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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

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Splintery

1.1.4 Streak

White to Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Dull to Pearly

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

80.00 N/mm²

Rank: 23 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.56-2.68

1.68

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

2.71 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)▶

1.09 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 8 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Argillite vs Travertine Properties

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