Properties of Basanite and Mylonite

Basanite

Mylonite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

73-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Shiny

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA1.28 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Conchoidal

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.82.97-3.05

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7 g/cm³2.6-4.8 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.74 kJ/Kg K1.50 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Basanite vs Mylonite Properties

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