Properties of Eclogite and Serpentinite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Very fine-grained
Streak
White
White, Greenish White or Grey
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Waxy and Dull
Specific Gravity
2.86-2.87
2.79-3
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
3.2-3.6 g/cm3
2.5-3 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant
Eclogite vs Serpentinite Properties
Properties of Eclogite and Serpentinite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Eclogite vs Serpentinite properties, get to know more about Eclogite Definition and Serpentinite 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 Eclogite and Serpentinite.