Porphyry

Novaculite

Properties of Porphyry and Novaculite

Porphyry

Novaculite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

Colorless

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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450.00 N/mm²

Rank: 1 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

1.7

1.5

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-4

2.5-2.7

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.5-2.52 g/cm³

2.7 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

0.74 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 19 (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, Wear Resistant

Porphyry vs Novaculite Properties

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