1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Coarse Grained
Not Applicable
1.1.3 Fracture
Conchoidal to Uneven
Conchoidal
1.1.4 Streak
Light to dark brown
White to Grey
1.1.5 Porosity
Highly Porous
Less Porous
1.1.6 Luster
Grainy, Pearly and Vitreous
Not Available
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.1.8 Cleavage
Not Available
Not Applicable
1.1.9 Toughness
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
1.1.12 Density
2.2-2.35 g/cm32.9-3.1 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
0.75 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
1.2.2 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant