Properties of Dolomite and Argillite
Grain Size
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal to Uneven
Streak
White
White to Grey
Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Vitreous and Pearly
Waxy and Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.8-3
2.56-2.68
Transparency
Transparent to Translucent
Opaque
Density
2.8-2.9 g/cm3
2.54-2.66 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Dolomite vs Argillite Properties
Properties of Dolomite and Argillite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Dolomite vs Argillite properties, get to know more about Dolomite 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 Dolomite and Argillite.