Properties of Obsidian and Benmoreite
Physical Properties
  
  
Hardness
5-5.5
  
6
  
Grain Size
Not Applicable
  
Fine Grained
  
Fracture
Conchoidal
  
Conchoidal
  
Streak
White
  
Black
  
Porosity
Very Less Porous
  
Less Porous
  
Luster
Vitreous
  
Earthy
  
Compressive Strength
37.40 N/mm2
  
28
Cleavage
Non-Existent
  
Perfect
  
Toughness
Not Available
  
2.3
  
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
  
2.8-3
  
Transparency
Translucent
  
Opaque
  
Density
2.6 g/cm3
  
2.9-3.1 g/cm3
  
Thermal Properties
  
  
Specific Heat Capacity
0.92 kJ/Kg K
  
10
0.84 kJ/Kg K
  
15
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
  
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
  
Obsidian vs Benmoreite Properties
Properties of Obsidian and Benmoreite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Obsidian vs Benmoreite properties, get to know more about Obsidian Definition and Benmoreite 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 Obsidian and Benmoreite.