Properties of Ignimbrite and Rhyodacite

Ignimbrite

Rhyodacite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

4-65.5-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous to Dull

Greasy to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

243.80 N/mm²200.50 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.732.34-2.40

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 K1.12 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant

Ignimbrite vs Rhyodacite Properties

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