1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Fine Grained
Medium Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
1.1.4 Streak
1.1.5 Porosity
Highly Porous
Less Porous
1.1.6 Luster
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.28 N/mm2115.00 N/mm2
0.15
450
1.1.8 Cleavage
1.1.9 Toughness
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
Opaque
Transparent to Translucent
1.1.12 Density
2.6-4.8 g/cm32.32-2.42 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
1.50 kJ/Kg K0.75 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
1.2.2 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant