Properties of Chert and Anorthosite

Chert

Anorthosite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.5-75-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

450.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.82.62-2.82

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.7 g/cm³2.7-4 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.74 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Chert vs Anorthosite Properties

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