Properties of Chert and Borolanite

Chert

Borolanite

Properties of Borolanite and Chert

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.5-7

5.5-6

Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Fine Grained

Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Conchoidal to Uneven

Streak

White

Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

Luster

Waxy and Dull

Greasy to Dull

Compressive Strength

450.00 N/mm²

150.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Non-Existent

Poor

Toughness

1.5

Not Available

Specific Gravity

2.5-2.8

2.6

Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Density

2.7 g/cm³

2.6 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.74 kJ/Kg K

Not Available

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Chert vs Borolanite Properties

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