Properties of Minette and Anorthosite

Minette

Anorthosite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-65-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NANA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.872.62-2.82

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³2.7-4 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Minette vs Anorthosite Properties

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