Properties of Dunite and Tephrite

Dunite

Tephrite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

3.5-46.5

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Coarse Grained

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

Bluish Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Shiny

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

107.55 N/mm²90.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Crenulation and Pervasive

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

2.4

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

3-3.012.86

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.84-2.85 g/cm³2.8-2.9 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

1.25 kJ/Kg K0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Dunite vs Tephrite Properties

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