Basanite

Sandstone

Properties of Basanite and Sandstone

Basanite

Sandstone

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Coarse or Fine

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

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

95.00 N/mm²

Rank: 20 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.8

2.2-2.8

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7 g/cm³

2.2-2.8 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)▶

0.92 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 10 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Basanite vs Sandstone Properties

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