Chert

Minette

Properties of Chert and Minette

Chert

Minette

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.5-7

5-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Fine to Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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450.00 N/mm²

Rank: 1 (Overall)▶

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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175 (Properties of..)

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Conchoidal

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.8

2.86-2.87

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7 g/cm³

2.95-2.96 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.74 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 19 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Chert vs Minette Properties

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