1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Very fine-grained
Fine Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
1.1.4 Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
1.1.5 Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
1.1.6 Luster
Waxy and Dull
Waxy and Dull
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.1.8 Cleavage
1.1.9 Toughness
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
Opaque
Translucent to Opaque
1.1.12 Density
2.5-3 g/cm32.7 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
0.95 kJ/Kg K0.74 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
1.2.2 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Water Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant