Properties of Novaculite and Andesite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Very fine-grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Waxy and Dull
Vitreous
Cleavage
Non-Existent
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.5-2.7
2.5-2.8
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
Density
2.7 g/cm3
2.11-2.36 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Novaculite vs Andesite Properties
Properties of Novaculite and Andesite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Novaculite vs Andesite properties, get to know more about Novaculite Definition and Andesite 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 Novaculite and Andesite.