Properties of Latite and Travertine
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Splintery
Porosity
Very Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Dull to Pearly
Cleavage
Perfect
Non-Existent
Specific Gravity
2.86
1.68
Transparency
Translucent
Opaque
Density
2.8-2.9 g/cm3
2.71 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Latite vs Travertine Properties
Properties of Latite and Travertine play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Latite vs Travertine properties, get to know more about Latite Definition and Travertine 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 Travertine.