Properties of Larvikite and Sandstone

Larvikite

Sandstone

Properties of Sandstone and Larvikite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6-7

Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Coarse or Fine

Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal

Streak

White

Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Dull

Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²

95.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Not Available

Perfect

Toughness

Not Available

2.6

Specific Gravity

2.8-3

2.2-2.8

Transparency

Opaque

Density

2.9-2.91 g/cm³

2.2-2.8 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

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Larvikite vs Sandstone Properties

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