Properties of Kimberlite and Pegmatite

Kimberlite

Pegmatite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-77

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Medium to 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

Grainy, Pearly and Vitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA178.54 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.872.6-2.63

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³2.6-2.65 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 Pegmatite Properties

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