Properties of Latite and Pumice

Latite

Pumice

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.56

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Planar

1.1.4 Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Earthy

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²51.20 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.7

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.86

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³0.25-0.3 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.87 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Latite vs Pumice Properties

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