Argillite

Slate

Properties of Argillite and Slate

Argillite

Slate

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

2-3

3-4

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Very fine-grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Splintery

1.1.4 Streak

White to Grey

Light to dark brown

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

30.00 N/mm²

Rank: 30 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

2.6

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.56-2.68

2.65-2.8

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

2.6-2.8 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)▶

0.76 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 17 (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 Slate Properties

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