Properties of Appinite and Banded iron formation

Appinite

Banded iron formation

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-65.5-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Large and Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Earthy

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NANA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.5

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.875.0-5.3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³Not Available

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA3.20 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Appinite vs Banded iron formation Properties

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