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Properties of Limestone and Quartzite

1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
3-4
6-7
1.1.2 Grain Size
Fine Grained
Medium Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Splintery
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
1.1.4 Streak
White
White
1.1.5 Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
1.1.6 Luster
Dull to Pearly
Vitreous
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
Properties of F..
115.00 N/mm2
Rank: 18 (Overall)
115.00 N/mm2
Rank: 18 (Overall)
Properties of Obsidian
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1.1.8 Cleavage
Non-Existent
Indiscernible
1.1.9 Toughness
1
1.9
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
2.3-2.7
2.6-2.8
1.1.11 Transparency
Opaque
Transparent to Translucent
1.1.12 Density
2.3-2.7 g/cm3
2.32-2.42 g/cm3
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
Properties of B..
0.91 kJ/Kg K
Rank: 11 (Overall)
0.75 kJ/Kg K
Rank: 18 (Overall)
Properties of Granulite
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1.2.2 Resistance
Pressure Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Limestone vs Quartzite Properties

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