Properties of Argillite and Chert

Argillite

Chert

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

2-36.5-7

1 7

1.2.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Very fine-grained

1.2.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

1.2.4 Streak

White to Grey

White

1.2.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.2.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

1.2.7 Compressive Strength

NA450.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.4.2 Cleavage

Slaty

Non-Existent

1.5.2 Toughness

2.6

1.5

1.5.3 Specific Gravity

2.56-2.682.5-2.8

0 8.4

3.3.1 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent to Opaque

3.4.2 Density

2.54-2.66 g/cm³2.7 g/cm³

0 1400

2.5 Thermal Properties

2.5.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.87 kJ/Kg K0.74 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

6.3.4 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Argillite vs Chert Properties

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