Properties of Novaculite and Argillite

Novaculite

Argillite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

72-3

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

Colorless

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

450.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-2.72.56-2.68

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.7 g/cm³2.54-2.66 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.74 kJ/Kg K0.87 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Novaculite vs Argillite Properties

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