Siltstone

Argillite

Properties of Siltstone and Argillite

Siltstone

Argillite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-7

2-3

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

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Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.54-2.73

2.56-2.68

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6-2.7 g/cm³

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.87 kJ/Kg K

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Water Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Siltstone vs Argillite Properties

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