Properties of Gneiss and Mugearite

Gneiss

Mugearite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Coarse Grained

Not Applicable

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Not Available

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

125.00 N/mm²37.50 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Poor

Not Applicable

1.1.9 Toughness

1.2

2.3

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.72.8-3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6-2.9 g/cm³2.9-3.1 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Gneiss vs Mugearite Properties

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