Properties of Diatomite and Argillite

Diatomite

Argillite

Properties of Argillite and Diatomite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

2-3

Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Fine Grained

Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal to Uneven

Streak

White

White to Grey

Porosity

Highly Porous

Luster

Dull

Waxy and Dull

Cleavage

Non-Existent

Slaty

Toughness

2.6

Specific Gravity

2.3-2.4

2.56-2.68

Transparency

Opaque

Density

2.49-2.51 g/cm³

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.90 kJ/Kg K

0.87 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

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Diatomite vs Argillite Properties

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