Properties of Jadeitite and Andesite
Grain Size
Very fine-grained
Very fine-grained
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Waxy and Dull
Vitreous
Cleavage
Irregular
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.79-3
2.5-2.8
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
2.5-3 g/cm3
2.11-2.36 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Water Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Jadeitite vs Andesite Properties
Properties of Jadeitite and Andesite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Jadeitite vs Andesite properties, get to know more about Jadeitite Definition and Andesite 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 Jadeitite and Andesite.