Scoria

Porphyry

Properties of Scoria and Porphyry

Scoria

Porphyry

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-6

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

1.7

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

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2.5-4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

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2.5-2.52 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Scoria vs Porphyry Properties

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