Properties of Chert and Shale

Chert

Shale

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.5-73

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Very fine-grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Not Available

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

450.00 N/mm²95.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.82.2-2.8

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7 g/cm³2.4-2.8 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.74 kJ/Kg K0.39 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Chert vs Shale Properties

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