Properties of Kimberlite and Shoshonite
Grain Size
Fine to Coarse Grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven
Streak
White
White to Grey
Porosity
Very Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Dull
Toughness
Not Available
1.6
Specific Gravity
2.86-2.87
2.98
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
Density
2.95-2.96 g/cm3
2.9-3 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Kimberlite vs Shoshonite Properties
Properties of Kimberlite and Shoshonite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Kimberlite vs Shoshonite properties, get to know more about Kimberlite Definition and Shoshonite 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 Shoshonite.