Porphyry

Foidolite

Properties of Porphyry and Foidolite

Porphyry

Foidolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-7

1.5

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.7

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-4

2.86

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.5-2.52 g/cm³

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1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Porphyry vs Foidolite Properties

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