Argillite

Epidosite

Properties of Argillite and Epidosite

Argillite

Epidosite

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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 Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less 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)▶

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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

2.3

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.56-2.68

2.8-3

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

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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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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Argillite vs Epidosite Properties

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