Properties of Anthracite and Picrite
Grain Size
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven
Streak
Black
White, Greenish White or Grey
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Shiny
Subvitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Non-Existent
Imperfect
Toughness
Not Available
2.1
Specific Gravity
1.1-1.4
2.75-2.92
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
1.25-2.5 g/cm3
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Water Resistant
Heat Resistant
Anthracite vs Picrite Properties
Properties of Anthracite and Picrite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Anthracite vs Picrite properties, get to know more about Anthracite Definition and Picrite 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 Anthracite and Picrite.