Properties of Larvikite and Dunite
Properties
Physical Properties
Hardness
6-7
3.5-4
Grain Size
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Coarse Grained
Fracture
Not Available
Irregular
Streak
White
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Shiny
Compressive Strength
310.00 N/mm2
2
107.55 N/mm2
19
Cleavage
Not Available
Imperfect
Toughness
Not Available
2.1
Specific Gravity
2.8-3
3-3.01
Transparency
Opaque
Translucent to Opaque
Density
2.9-2.91 g/cm3
2.84-2.85 g/cm3
Thermal Properties
Specific Heat Capacity
0.92 kJ/Kg K
10
1.25 kJ/Kg K
6
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Larvikite vs Dunite Properties
Properties of Larvikite and Dunite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Larvikite vs Dunite properties, get to know more about Larvikite Definition and Dunite 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 Larvikite and Dunite.
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