Properties of Obsidian and Laterite

Obsidian

Laterite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.52

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Not Applicable

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

0.15 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Not Applicable

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.7Not Available

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6 g/cm³Not Available

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg KNA

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Obsidian vs Laterite Properties

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