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Properties of Obsidian and Chert

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Properties

Hardness

Grain Size

Fracture

Streak

Porosity

Luster

Compressive Strength

Cleavage

Toughness

Specific Gravity

Transparency

Density

Specific Heat Capacity

Resistance

 
5-5.5
-
Conchoidal
White
Very Less Porous
Vitreous
0.15 N/mm2
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2.6-2.7
Translucent
2.6 g/cm3
0.92 kJ/Kg K
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
 
6.5-7
Very fine-grained
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
White
Highly Porous
Waxy and Dull
450.00 N/mm2
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1.5
2.5-2.8
Translucent to Opaque
2.7 g/cm3
0.74 kJ/Kg K
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Obsidian vs Chert Properties

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