Properties of Ignimbrite and Diamictite

Ignimbrite

Diamictite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

4-62-3

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

Light to dark brown

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous to Dull

Grainy, Pearly and Vitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

243.80 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.734.3-5.0

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1-1.8 g/cm³2.2-2.35 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.20 kJ/Kg K0.75 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Ignimbrite vs Diamictite Properties

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