Taconite

Porphyry

Properties of Taconite and Porphyry

Taconite

Porphyry

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5.5-6

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Large and Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Earthy

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

Not Available

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

1.7

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

5-5.3

2.5-4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

Not Available

2.5-2.52 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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3.20 kJ/Kg K

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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

Taconite vs Porphyry Properties

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