1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
2.1.3 Grain Size
Large and Coarse Grained
Fine Grained
2.1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
Conchoidal
2.1.6 Streak
White
Light to dark brown
2.1.8 Porosity
Highly Porous
Less Porous
2.1.9 Luster
2.1.10 Compressive Strength
2.1.14 Cleavage
2.1.15 Toughness
2.1.17 Specific Gravity
2.1.22 Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
2.1.23 Density
Not Available2.9-3.1 g/cm3
0
1400
2.3 Thermal Properties
2.3.1 Specific Heat Capacity
3.20 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
2.3.5 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant