Physical Properties of Larvikite
Physical properties of rocks are used to identify the type of rocks and to discover more about them. There are various physical properties of Larvikite like Hardness, Grain Size, Fracture, Streak, Porosity, Luster, Strength etc which defines it. The physical properties of Larvikite rock are vital in determining its Larvikite Texture and Larvikite Uses.
Hardness and Strength of Larvikite
The physical properties of Larvikite depend on its formation. Physical properties of rocks play an important role in determining its applications in various fields. Rocks are rated on the on the Moh's Hardness Scale which rates the rocks on the scale from 1 to 10. Rocks with hardness 1-3 are soft rocks from 3-6 are medium hardness rocks and 6-10 are hard rocks. The hardness of Larvikite is 6-7 whereas its compressive strength is 310.00 N/mm2. Streak is the color of rock when it is crushed or powdered. The streak of Larvikite is white whereas its fracture is . Luster of Larvikite is the interaction of light with the surface of Larvikite. Luster of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull. Larvikite cleavage is . The specific gravity of Larvikite is 2.8-3. Larvikite is opaque in nature whereas its toughness is . You can also know all the list of rocks in Opaque Rocks, Translucent Rocks and Transparent Rocks.