Properties of Kimberlite and Limestone

Kimberlite

Limestone

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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

Splintery

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Dull to Pearly

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA115.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.872.3-2.7

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³2.3-2.7 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.91 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Pressure Resistant

Kimberlite vs Limestone Properties

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