Properties of Harzburgite and Picrite
Grain Size
Coarse Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Irregular
Uneven
Streak
White
White, Greenish White or Grey
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Shiny
Subvitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Imperfect
Imperfect
Specific Gravity
3-3.01
2.75-2.92
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
Density
3.1-3.4 g/cm3
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant
Harzburgite vs Picrite Properties
Properties of Harzburgite and Picrite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Harzburgite vs Picrite properties, get to know more about Harzburgite Definition and Picrite 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 Harzburgite and Picrite.