Argillite

Diabase

Properties of Argillite and Diabase

Argillite

Diabase

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

2-3

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Fine to Medium Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White to Grey

Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Not Available

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

225.00 N/mm²

Rank: 7 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

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1.1.9 Toughness

2.6

1.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.56-2.68

2.86-2.87

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

2.7-3.3 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.87 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 14 (Overall)▶

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Argillite vs Diabase Properties

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