Marl

Tuff

Properties of Marl and Tuff

Marl

Tuff

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

2-3

4-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Vitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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243.80 N/mm²

Rank: 5 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

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1.1.9 Toughness

2.6

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.2-2.8

2.73

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.4-2.8 g/cm³

1-1.8 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.20 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 25 (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, Wear Resistant

Marl vs Tuff Properties

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