Properties of Cataclasite and Obsidian
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Not Applicable
Porosity
Less Porous
Very Less Porous
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Not Available
Non-Existent
Toughness
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.1
2.6-2.7
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Translucent
Density
2.9-3.1 g/cm3
2.6 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Cataclasite vs Obsidian Properties
Properties of Cataclasite and Obsidian play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Cataclasite vs Obsidian properties, get to know more about Cataclasite Definition and Obsidian 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 Cataclasite and Obsidian.