Properties of Latite and Anorthosite

Latite

Anorthosite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.55-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

2.7

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.62-2.82

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³2.7-4 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Latite vs Anorthosite Properties

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