Properties of Kimberlite and Cataclasite

Kimberlite

Cataclasite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-73-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Vitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NANA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.872.1

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³2.9-3.1 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg KNA

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Kimberlite vs Cataclasite Properties

Properties of Kimberlite and Cataclasite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Kimberlite vs Cataclasite properties, get to know more about Kimberlite Definition and Cataclasite 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 Kimberlite and Cataclasite.