1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Large and Coarse Grained
Coarse Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
1.1.4 Streak
1.1.5 Porosity
1.1.6 Luster
Dull to Grainy with Sporadic parts Pearly and Vitreous
Pearly to Subvitreous
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.1.8 Cleavage
1.1.9 Toughness
Not Available
Not Available
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
1.1.12 Density
2.6-2.8 g/cm32.7-4 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
0.79 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
1.2.2 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant