Properties of Anorthosite and Dunite

Anorthosite

Dunite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-63.5-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Pearly to Subvitreous

Shiny

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA107.55 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Irregular

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.62-2.823-3.01

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7-4 g/cm³2.84-2.85 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.84 kJ/Kg K1.25 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

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

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Anorthosite vs Dunite Properties

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