Properties of Ijolite and Dacite
Properties
Physical Properties
Hardness
5.5-6
2-2.25
Grain Size
Coarse Grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal to Uneven
Conchoidal
Streak
White
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Greasy to Dull
Subvitreous to Dull
Cleavage
Poor
Perfect
Toughness
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.76
2.86-2.87
Transparency
Opaque
Translucent
Density
2.6 g/cm3
2.77-2.771 g/cm3
Thermal Properties
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
0.92 kJ/Kg K
10
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Ijolite vs Dacite Properties
Properties of Ijolite and Dacite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Ijolite vs Dacite properties, get to know more about Ijolite Definition and Dacite 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 Ijolite and Dacite.
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