Properties of Chert and Marble

Chert

Marble

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.5-73-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Medium Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Not Available

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Dull to Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

450.00 N/mm²115.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.82.86-2.87

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7 g/cm³2.4-2.7 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.74 kJ/Kg K0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant

Chert vs Marble Properties

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