Properties of Latite and Dolomite

Latite

Dolomite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.53.5-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Vitreous and Pearly

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²140.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.7

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.8-3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Transparent to Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³2.8-2.9 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Latite vs Dolomite Properties

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