Picrite

Argillite

Properties of Picrite and Argillite

Picrite

Argillite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.8

2-3

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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189.00 N/mm²

Rank: 11 (Overall)▶

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.92

2.56-2.68

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.88 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 13 (Overall)▶

0.87 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 14 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Picrite vs Argillite Properties

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