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Properties of Chert and Theralite


Properties of Theralite and Chert


Properties

Physical Properties
  
  

Hardness
6.5-7   
7   

Grain Size
Very fine-grained   
Fine Grained   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal   
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal   

Streak
White   
White   

Porosity
Highly Porous   
Highly Porous   

Luster
Waxy and Dull   
Waxy and Dull   

Compressive Strength
450.00 N/mm2   
1
Not Available   

Cleavage
Non-Existent   
Non-Existent   

Toughness
1.5   
1.5   

Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8   
2.5-2.8   

Transparency
Translucent to Opaque   
Translucent to Opaque   

Density
2.7 g/cm3   
2.7 g/cm3   

Thermal Properties
  
  

Specific Heat Capacity
0.74 kJ/Kg K   
19
0.74 kJ/Kg K   
19

Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant   
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant   

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Chert vs Theralite Properties

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

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