Properties of Obsidian and Granodiorite

Obsidian

Granodiorite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.56

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Not Applicable

Medium to Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Not Available

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous

Grainy, Pearly and Vitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

0.15 N/mm²175.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.72.6-2.7

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6 g/cm³2.6-2.8 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.79 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Obsidian vs Granodiorite Properties

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