Properties of Ignimbrite

Physical Properties of Ignimbrite

Physical properties of rocks are used to identify the type of rocks and to discover more about them. There are various physical properties of Ignimbrite like Hardness, Grain Size, Fracture, Streak, Porosity, Luster, Strength etc which defines it. The physical properties of Ignimbrite rock are vital in determining its Ignimbrite Texture and Ignimbrite Uses.

Hardness and Strength of Ignimbrite

The physical properties of Ignimbrite depend on its formation. Physical properties of rocks play an important role in determining its applications in various fields. Rocks are rated on the on the Moh's Hardness Scale which rates the rocks on the scale from 1 to 10. Rocks with hardness 1-3 are soft rocks from 3-6 are medium hardness rocks and 6-10 are hard rocks. The hardness of Ignimbrite is 4-6 whereas its compressive strength is 243.80 N/mm². Streak is the color of rock when it is crushed or powdered. The streak of Ignimbrite is white whereas its fracture is uneven. Luster of Ignimbrite is the interaction of light with the surface of Ignimbrite. Luster of Ignimbrite is vitreous to dull. Ignimbrite cleavage is not available. The specific gravity of Ignimbrite is 2.73. Ignimbrite is opaque in nature whereas its toughness is not available. You can also know all the list of rocks in Opaque Rocks, Translucent Rocks and Transparent Rocks.