Anorthosite

Porphyry

Properties of Anorthosite and Porphyry

Anorthosite

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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

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Pearly to Subvitreous

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Irregular

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.7

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.62-2.82

2.5-4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7-4 g/cm³

2.5-2.52 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)▶

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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, Impact Resistant

Anorthosite vs Porphyry Properties

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