Properties of Gneiss and Jadeitite

Gneiss

Jadeitite

Properties of Jadeitite and Gneiss

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

3-5

Grain Size

Medium to Coarse Grained

Very fine-grained

Fracture

Irregular

Uneven

Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

Luster

Dull

Waxy and Dull

Compressive Strength

125.00 N/mm²

310.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Poor

Irregular

Toughness

1.2

Specific Gravity

2.5-2.7

2.79-3

Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

Density

2.6-2.9 g/cm³

2.5-3 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

Not Available

0.95 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Water Resistant

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Gneiss vs Jadeitite Properties

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