Properties of Cataclasite and Quartzite

Cataclasite

Quartzite

Properties of Quartzite and Cataclasite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

3-4

6-7

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium Grained

Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Streak

Black

White

Porosity

Less Porous

Luster

Vitreous

Compressive Strength

Not Available

115.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Not Available

Indiscernible

Toughness

Not Available

1.9

Specific Gravity

2.1

2.6-2.8

Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Transparent to Translucent

Density

2.9-3.1 g/cm³

2.32-2.42 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

Not Available

0.75 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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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.