Properties of Limestone and Picrite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Splintery
Uneven
Streak
White
White, Greenish White or Grey
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Dull to Pearly
Subvitreous to Dull
Cleavage
Non-Existent
Imperfect
Specific Gravity
2.3-2.7
2.75-2.92
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
2.3-2.7 g/cm3
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
Resistance
Pressure Resistant
Heat Resistant
Limestone vs Picrite Properties
Properties of Limestone and Picrite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Limestone vs Picrite properties, get to know more about Limestone Definition and Picrite 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 Picrite.