Properties of Latite and Oolite

Latite

Oolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.53-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine 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

Pearly to Shiny

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

2.7

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86Not Available

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³Not Available

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg KNA

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Latite vs Oolite Properties

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