Properties of Jadeitite and Carbonatite
Grain Size
Very fine-grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Waxy and Dull
Subvitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Irregular
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.79-3
2.86-2.87
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
2.5-3 g/cm3
2.84-2.86 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Water Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Water Resistant
Jadeitite vs Carbonatite Properties
Properties of Jadeitite and Carbonatite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Jadeitite vs Carbonatite properties, get to know more about Jadeitite Definition and Carbonatite 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 Carbonatite.