Picrite

Rapakivi Granite

Properties of Picrite and Rapakivi Granite

Picrite

Rapakivi Granite

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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

Large and Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Not Available

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Dull to Grainy with Sporadic parts Pearly and Vitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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189.00 N/mm²

Rank: 11 (Overall)▶

175.00 N/mm²

Rank: 13 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.92

2.6-2.7

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³

2.6-2.8 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)▶

0.79 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 16 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Picrite vs Rapakivi Granite Properties

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