Picrite

Ganister

Properties of Picrite and Ganister

Picrite

Ganister

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.8

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Coarse or Fine

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Splintery

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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189.00 N/mm²

Rank: 11 (Overall)▶

95.00 N/mm²

Rank: 20 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.92

2.2-2.8

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³

2.2-2.8 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)▶

0.92 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 10 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Picrite vs Ganister Properties

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