Properties of Cataclasite and Quartzite

Cataclasite

Quartzite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

3-46-7

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

Black

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA115.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

Indiscernible

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.9

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.12.6-2.8

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Transparent to Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.9-3.1 g/cm³2.32-2.42 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.75 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Cataclasite vs Quartzite Properties

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