Properties of Blueschist and Argillite

Blueschist

Argillite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

3.5-42-3

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Medium Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NANA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

3-3.22.56-2.68

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³2.54-2.66 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.87 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Blueschist vs Argillite Properties

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