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Properties of Dacite and Jadeitite


Properties of Jadeitite and Dacite


Properties

Physical Properties
  
  

Hardness
2-2.25   
3-5   

Grain Size
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained   
Very fine-grained   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Uneven   

Streak
White   
White, Greenish White or Grey   

Porosity
Less Porous   
Less Porous   

Luster
Subvitreous to Dull   
Waxy and Dull   

Compressive Strength
Not Available   
310.00 N/mm2   
2

Cleavage
Perfect   
Irregular   

Toughness
Not Available   
7   

Specific Gravity
2.86-2.87   
2.79-3   

Transparency
Translucent   
Opaque   

Density
2.77-2.771 g/cm3   
2.5-3 g/cm3   

Thermal Properties
  
  

Specific Heat Capacity
0.92 kJ/Kg K   
10
0.95 kJ/Kg K   
9

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

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Dacite vs Jadeitite Properties

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

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