Lamprophyre

Porphyry

Properties of Lamprophyre and Porphyry

Lamprophyre

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-6

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Fine 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

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.87

2.5-4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³

2.5-2.52 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Lamprophyre vs Porphyry Properties

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