Properties of Hyaloclastite and Novaculite

Hyaloclastite

Novaculite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

1-27

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

Colorless

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull and Grainy

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA450.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.5

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.5-2.7

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

Not Available2.7 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.74 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Hyaloclastite vs Novaculite Properties

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