Porphyry

Mylonite

Properties of Porphyry and Mylonite

Porphyry

Mylonite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-7

3-4

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Shiny

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

1.28 N/mm²

Rank: 32 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Conchoidal

1.1.9 Toughness

1.7

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-4

2.97-3.05

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.5-2.52 g/cm³

2.6-4.8 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

1.50 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 3 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Porphyry vs Mylonite Properties

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