Properties of Larvikite and Soapstone

Larvikite

Soapstone

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-71

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Greasy

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²225.00 N/mm²

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

1.1.12 Density

2.9-2.91 g/cm³2.8-2.9 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Larvikite vs Soapstone Properties

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