1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Fine Grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Conchoidal to Uneven
Conchoidal
1.1.4 Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
Black
1.1.5 Porosity
Highly Porous
Less Porous
1.1.6 Luster
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.1.8 Cleavage
1.1.9 Toughness
Not Available
Not Available
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
1.1.12 Density
2.6 g/cm31.25-2.5 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
1.2.2 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Water Resistant