Limestone

Phonolite

Properties of Limestone and Phonolite

Limestone

Phonolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

3-4

5.5-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Splintery

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull to Pearly

Greasy to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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115.00 N/mm²

Rank: 18 (Overall)▶

150.00 N/mm²

Rank: 14 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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175 (Properties of..)

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Poor

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.3-2.7

2.6

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.3-2.7 g/cm³

2.6 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.91 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 11 (Overall)▶

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant

Limestone vs Phonolite Properties

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