Properties of Latite and Rapakivi Granite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Large and Coarse Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Not Available
Porosity
Very Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Dull to Grainy with Sporadic parts Pearly and Vitreous
Cleavage
Perfect
Not Available
Toughness
2.7
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.86
2.6-2.7
Transparency
Translucent
Opaque
Density
2.8-2.9 g/cm3
2.6-2.8 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant
Latite vs Rapakivi Granite Properties
Properties of Latite and Rapakivi Granite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Latite vs Rapakivi Granite properties, get to know more about Latite Definition and Rapakivi Granite 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 Rapakivi Granite.