Properties of Larvikite and Foidolite

Larvikite

Foidolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-71.5

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.8-32.86

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.9-2.91 g/cm³Not Available

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, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Larvikite vs Foidolite Properties

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