Properties of Gneiss and Pyrolite

Gneiss

Pyrolite

Properties of Pyrolite and Gneiss

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

5.5-6

Grain Size

Medium to Coarse Grained

Coarse Grained

Fracture

Irregular

Streak

White

Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

Luster

Dull

Shiny

Compressive Strength

125.00 N/mm²

107.55 N/mm²

Cleavage

Poor

Imperfect

Toughness

1.2

2.1

Specific Gravity

2.5-2.7

3-3.01

Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Density

2.6-2.9 g/cm³

3.1-3.4 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

Not Available

1.25 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Gneiss vs Pyrolite Properties

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