Properties of Aplite

Physical Properties of Aplite

Physical properties of rocks are used to identify the type of rocks and to discover more about them. There are various physical properties of Aplite like Hardness, Grain Size, Fracture, Streak, Porosity, Luster, Strength etc which defines it. The physical properties of Aplite rock are vital in determining its Aplite Texture and Aplite Uses.

Hardness and Strength of Aplite

The physical properties of Aplite depend on its formation. Physical properties of rocks play an important role in determining its applications in various fields. Rocks are rated on the on the Moh's Hardness Scale which rates the rocks on the scale from 1 to 10. Rocks with hardness 1-3 are soft rocks from 3-6 are medium hardness rocks and 6-10 are hard rocks. The hardness of Aplite is 6.5 whereas its compressive strength is 130.00 N/mm². Streak is the color of rock when it is crushed or powdered. The streak of Aplite is white whereas its fracture is not available. Luster of Aplite is the interaction of light with the surface of Aplite. Luster of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous. Aplite cleavage is not available. The specific gravity of Aplite is 2.6. Aplite is opaque in nature whereas its toughness is not available. You can also know all the list of rocks in Opaque Rocks, Translucent Rocks and Transparent Rocks.