Properties of Ignimbrite and Gossan

Ignimbrite

Gossan

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

4-64-5

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Fine to Medium Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous to Dull

Metallic

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

2.732.0

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1-1.8 g/cm³Not Available

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.20 kJ/Kg K0.24 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Ignimbrite vs Gossan Properties

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