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Novaculite
Phonolite
Properties of Phonolite and Novaculite
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Properties
Physical Properties
Hardness
7
5.5-6
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal to Uneven
Streak
Colorless
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Waxy and Dull
Greasy to Dull
Compressive Strength
450.00 N/mm
2
1
150.00 N/mm
2
14
Cleavage
Non-Existent
Poor
Toughness
1.5
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.5-2.7
2.6
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Translucent to Opaque
Density
2.7 g/cm
3
2.6 g/cm
3
Thermal Properties
Specific Heat Capacity
0.74 kJ/Kg K
19
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant
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