Argillite

Larvikite

Properties of Argillite and Larvikite

Argillite

Larvikite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

2-3

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Not Available

1.1.4 Streak

White to Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

310.00 N/mm²

Rank: 2 (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

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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

2.9-2.91 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)▶

0.92 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 10 (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

Argillite vs Larvikite Properties

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