Properties of Ignimbrite and Andesite

Ignimbrite

Andesite

Properties of Andesite and Ignimbrite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

4-6

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Very fine-grained

Fracture

Uneven

Streak

White

Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

Luster

Vitreous to Dull

Vitreous

Compressive Strength

243.80 N/mm²

225.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Not Available

Toughness

Not Available

1.1

Specific Gravity

2.73

2.5-2.8

Transparency

Opaque

Density

1-1.8 g/cm³

2.11-2.36 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.20 kJ/Kg K

2.39 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Ignimbrite vs Andesite Properties

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