Properties of Claystone and Picrite

Claystone

Picrite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

3.5-46.8

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA189.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.6

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

02.75-2.92

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2-2.9 g/cm³1.5-2.5 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant

Claystone vs Picrite Properties

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