Properties of Metapelite and Picrite
Grain Size
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fine Grained
Streak
Unknown
White, Greenish White or Grey
Porosity
Highly Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Earthy
Subvitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Not Available
Imperfect
Toughness
Not Available
2.1
Specific Gravity
3.4-3.7
2.75-2.92
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
0-300 g/cm3
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Heat Resistant
Metapelite vs Picrite Properties
Properties of Metapelite and Picrite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Metapelite vs Picrite properties, get to know more about Metapelite 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 Metapelite and Picrite.