Phonolite

Sovite

Properties of Phonolite and Sovite

Phonolite

Sovite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5.5-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Greasy to Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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150.00 N/mm²

Rank: 14 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Poor

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1.1.9 Toughness

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.6

2.86-2.87

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6 g/cm³

2.84-2.86 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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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, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Phonolite vs Sovite Properties

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