What is Gritstone? In this section, we will learn more about properties of Gritstone i.e. physical and thermal properties. Physical properties of Gritstone include Color, Streak, Hardness, Structure, Cleavage, Fracture, Luster, Specific Gravity etc. The strength of Gritstone is 70.00 N/mm2. Streak of Gritstone is white while its cleavage is perfect. Luster of Gritstone is dull and its fracture is conchoidal. Gritstone is opaque in nature. Know all about Gritstone, What is Gritstone, its composition, features, facts and reserves in next sections.
What is Gritstone composed of? Get to know about composition of Gritstone here. Gritstone definition gives information about the Formation of Gritstone and its composition.The composition of Gritstone can be further divided into mineral and compound content. The mineral content of Gritstone rock includes Calcite, Clay Minerals, Feldspar, Micas, Quartz and The compound content of Gritstone rock includes Aluminium Oxide, CaO, Iron(III) Oxide, Potassium Oxide, MgO, Sodium Oxide, Silicon Dioxide. Almost all rocks undergo transformation process. Know all about Gritstone rock in next section.