Properties of Nepheline Syenite and Picrite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal to Uneven
Uneven
Streak
White
White, Greenish White or Grey
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Greasy to Dull
Subvitreous to Dull
Toughness
Not Available
2.1
Specific Gravity
2.6
2.75-2.92
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
Density
2.6 g/cm3
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant
Nepheline Syenite vs Picrite Properties
Properties of Nepheline Syenite and Picrite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Nepheline Syenite vs Picrite properties, get to know more about Nepheline Syenite 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 Nepheline Syenite and Picrite.