Anorthosite

Charnockite

Properties of Anorthosite and Charnockite

Anorthosite

Charnockite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-6

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Not Available

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Pearly to Subvitreous

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1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Irregular

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1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.62-2.82

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1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7-4 g/cm³

2.6 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)▶

Not Available

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

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

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Anorthosite vs Charnockite Properties

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