Kimberlite

Peridotite

Properties of Kimberlite and Peridotite

Kimberlite

Peridotite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-7

5.5-6

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

Shiny

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

107.55 N/mm²

Rank: 19 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.87

3-3.01

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³

3.1-3.4 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)▶

1.26 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 5 (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 Peridotite Properties

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