Properties of Latite and Marl

Latite

Marl

Properties of Marl and Latite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

5-5.5

2-3

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Very fine-grained

Fracture

Conchoidal

Streak

White

Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Dull

Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²

Not Available

Cleavage

Perfect

Not Available

Toughness

2.7

2.6

Specific Gravity

2.86

2.2-2.8

Transparency

Translucent

Opaque

Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³

2.4-2.8 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K

Not Available

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

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Latite vs Marl Properties

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