Properties of Obsidian and Phyllite
Grain Size
Not Applicable
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Porosity
Very Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Vitreous
Phyllitic
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Non-Existent
Crenulation and Pervasive
Toughness
Not Available
1.2
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
2.72-2.73
Transparency
Translucent
Opaque
Density
2.6 g/cm3
2.18-3.3 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Water Resistant
Obsidian vs Phyllite Properties
Properties of Obsidian and Phyllite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Obsidian vs Phyllite properties, get to know more about Obsidian Definition and Phyllite 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 Phyllite.