1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.8 Grain Size
Fine Grained
Very fine-grained
1.1.9 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
1.1.10 Streak
1.1.11 Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
1.1.12 Luster
Not Available
Waxy and Dull
1.1.13 Compressive Strength
37.50 N/mm2450.00 N/mm2
0.15
450
1.1.17 Cleavage
Not Available
Non-Existent
1.1.18 Toughness
1.1.19 Specific Gravity
1.1.22 Transparency
Opaque
Translucent to Opaque
1.1.23 Density
2.9-3.1 g/cm32.7 g/cm3
0
1400
1.3 Thermal Properties
1.3.1 Specific Heat Capacity
0.84 kJ/Kg K0.74 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
1.3.3 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant