Properties of Obsidian and Diamictite
Grain Size
Not Applicable
Coarse Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal to Uneven
Streak
White
Light to dark brown
Porosity
Very Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Vitreous
Grainy, Pearly and Vitreous
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Non-Existent
Not Available
Toughness
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
4.3-5.0
Transparency
Translucent
Opaque
Density
2.6 g/cm3
2.2-2.35 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Obsidian vs Diamictite Properties
Properties of Obsidian and Diamictite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Obsidian vs Diamictite properties, get to know more about Obsidian Definition and Diamictite 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 Diamictite.