Latite

Porphyry

Properties of Latite and Porphyry

Latite

Porphyry

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.5

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

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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310.00 N/mm²

Rank: 2 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.7

1.7

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86

2.5-4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 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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0.92 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 10 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Latite vs Porphyry Properties

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