Kimberlite

Diorite

Properties of Kimberlite and Diorite

Kimberlite

Diorite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Medium to Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

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1.1.4 Streak

White

Bluish Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Shiny

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

225.00 N/mm²

Rank: 7 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

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1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.87

2.8-3

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³

2.8-3 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)▶

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Kimberlite vs Diorite Properties

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