Properties of Kimberlite and Diatomite

Kimberlite

Diatomite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-71

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Very fine-grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Not Available

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NANA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.872.3-2.4

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³2.49-2.51 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.90 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant

Kimberlite vs Diatomite Properties

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