Properties of Kimberlite and Kenyte

Kimberlite

Kenyte

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-75.5-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Greasy to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA150.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Poor

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.872.6

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³2.6 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, Wear Resistant

Kimberlite vs Kenyte Properties

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