Properties of Argillite and Variolite

Argillite

Variolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

2-36

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Not Applicable

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

NA37.50 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

2.6

2.3

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.56-2.682.8-3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.54-2.66 g/cm³2.9-3.1 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.87 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Argillite vs Variolite Properties

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