Properties of Harzburgite and Picrite

Harzburgite

Picrite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5.5-66.8

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Shiny

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA189.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

3-3.012.75-2.92

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

3.1-3.4 g/cm³1.5-2.5 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

1.25 kJ/Kg K0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant

Harzburgite vs Picrite Properties

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