Basanite

Pyroxenite

Properties of Basanite and Pyroxenite

Basanite

Pyroxenite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Dull to Vitreous to Submetallic

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Properties of Obsidian

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175 (Properties of..)

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.8

3.2-3.5

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7 g/cm³

3.1-3.6 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.74 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 19 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Basanite vs Pyroxenite Properties

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