Kimberlite

Anorthosite

Properties of Kimberlite and Anorthosite

Kimberlite

Anorthosite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-7

5-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.87

2.62-2.82

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³

2.7-4 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.92 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 10 (Overall)▶

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

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

Kimberlite vs Anorthosite Properties

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