Physical Properties of Evaporite

Physical properties of rocks are used to identify the type of rocks and to discover more about them. There are various physical properties of Evaporite like Hardness, Grain Size, Fracture, Streak, Porosity, Luster, Strength etc which defines it. The physical properties of Evaporite rock are vital in determining its Evaporite Texture and Evaporite Uses.

Hardness and Strength of Evaporite

The physical properties of Evaporite depend on its formation. Physical properties of rocks play an important role in determining its applications in various fields. Rocks are rated on the on the Moh's Hardness Scale which rates the rocks on the scale from 1 to 10. Rocks with hardness 1-3 are soft rocks from 3-6 are medium hardness rocks and 6-10 are hard rocks. The hardness of Evaporite is 2-3 whereas its compressive strength is 225.00 N/mm². Streak is the color of rock when it is crushed or powdered. The streak of Evaporite is white whereas its fracture is conchoidal. Luster of Evaporite is the interaction of light with the surface of Evaporite. Luster of Evaporite is subvitreous to dull. Evaporite cleavage is perfect. The specific gravity of Evaporite is 2.86-2.99. Evaporite is translucent in nature whereas its toughness is . You can also know all the list of rocks in Opaque Rocks, Translucent Rocks and Transparent Rocks.