Shoshonite

Anorthosite

Properties of Shoshonite and Anorthosite

Shoshonite

Anorthosite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White to Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Poor

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

1.6

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.98

2.62-2.82

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.9-3 g/cm³

2.7-4 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.84 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 15 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Shoshonite vs Anorthosite Properties

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