1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Fine Grained
Very fine-grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Conchoidal to Uneven
Uneven
1.1.4 Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White, Greenish White or Grey
1.1.5 Porosity
Highly Porous
Less Porous
1.1.6 Luster
Greasy to Dull
Waxy and Dull
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
150.00 N/mm2310.00 N/mm2
0.15
450
1.1.8 Cleavage
1.1.9 Toughness
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
1.1.12 Density
2.6 g/cm32.5-3 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