Properties of Marl and Chert

Marl

Chert

Properties of Chert and Marl

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

2-3

6.5-7

Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Streak

White

Porosity

Highly Porous

Luster

Dull

Waxy and Dull

Compressive Strength

Not Available

450.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Not Available

Non-Existent

Toughness

2.6

1.5

Specific Gravity

2.2-2.8

2.5-2.8

Transparency

Opaque

Translucent to Opaque

Density

2.4-2.8 g/cm³

2.7 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

Not Available

0.74 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Marl vs Chert Properties

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