Properties of Monzonite and Tephrite

Monzonite

Tephrite

Properties of Tephrite and Monzonite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6-7

6.5

Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Fracture

Not Available

Uneven

Streak

White

Bluish Black

Porosity

Less Porous

Very Less Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²

90.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Not Available

Crenulation and Pervasive

Toughness

Not Available

2.4

Specific Gravity

2.8-3

2.86

Transparency

Opaque

Density

2.9-2.91 g/cm³

2.8-2.9 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

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Monzonite vs Tephrite Properties

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