Properties of Kimberlite and Dolomite

Kimberlite

Dolomite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-73.5-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Vitreous and Pearly

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA140.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.872.8-3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Transparent to Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³2.8-2.9 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Kimberlite vs Dolomite Properties

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