Properties of Ignimbrite and Argillite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal to Uneven
Streak
White
White to Grey
Porosity
Highly Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Vitreous to Dull
Waxy and Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Not Available
Slaty
Toughness
Not Available
2.6
Specific Gravity
2.73
2.56-2.68
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
1-1.8 g/cm3
2.54-2.66 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Ignimbrite vs Argillite Properties
Properties of Ignimbrite and Argillite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Ignimbrite vs Argillite properties, get to know more about Ignimbrite Definition and Argillite 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 Argillite.