Properties of Obsidian and Jadeitite
Physical Properties
  
  
Hardness
5-5.5
  
3-5
  
Grain Size
Not Applicable
  
Very fine-grained
  
Fracture
Conchoidal
  
Uneven
  
Streak
White
  
White, Greenish White or Grey
  
Porosity
Very Less Porous
  
Less Porous
  
Luster
Vitreous
  
Waxy and Dull
  
Compressive Strength
310.00 N/mm2
  
2
Cleavage
Non-Existent
  
Irregular
  
Toughness
Not Available
  
7
  
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
  
2.79-3
  
Transparency
Translucent
  
Opaque
  
Density
2.6 g/cm3
  
2.5-3 g/cm3
  
Thermal Properties
  
  
Specific Heat Capacity
0.92 kJ/Kg K
  
10
0.95 kJ/Kg K
  
9
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
  
Heat Resistant, Water Resistant
  
Obsidian vs Jadeitite Properties
Properties of Obsidian and Jadeitite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Obsidian vs Jadeitite properties, get to know more about Obsidian Definition and Jadeitite 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 Jadeitite.