Properties of Cataclasite and Picrite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Fine Grained
Streak
Black
White, Greenish White or Grey
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Vitreous
Subvitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Not Available
Imperfect
Toughness
Not Available
2.1
Specific Gravity
2.1
2.75-2.92
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
Density
2.9-3.1 g/cm3
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Heat Resistant
Cataclasite vs Picrite Properties
Properties of Cataclasite and Picrite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Cataclasite vs Picrite properties, get to know more about Cataclasite Definition and Picrite 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 Picrite.