Properties of Charnockite and Kimberlite

Charnockite

Kimberlite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-76-7

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Coarse Grained

Fine to Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Not Available

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NANA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

Conchoidal

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.86-2.87

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6 g/cm³2.95-2.96 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Charnockite vs Kimberlite Properties

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