Properties of Obsidian and Novaculite

Obsidian

Novaculite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.57

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Not Applicable

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

Colorless

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

0.15 N/mm²450.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.5

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.72.5-2.7

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6 g/cm³2.7 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.74 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Obsidian vs Novaculite Properties

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