Properties of Chert and Picrite

Chert

Picrite

Properties of Picrite and Chert

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.5-7

6.8

Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Fine Grained

Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Uneven

Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

Luster

Waxy and Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

Compressive Strength

450.00 N/mm²

189.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Non-Existent

Imperfect

Toughness

1.5

2.1

Specific Gravity

2.5-2.8

2.75-2.92

Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

Density

2.7 g/cm³

1.5-2.5 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.74 kJ/Kg K

0.88 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant

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Chert vs Picrite Properties

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