Chert

Taconite

Properties of Chert and Taconite

Chert

Taconite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.5-7

5.5-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Large and Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Earthy

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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1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.8

5-5.3

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7 g/cm³

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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)▶

3.20 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 1 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Chert vs Taconite Properties

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