Obsidian

Pyrolite

Properties of Obsidian and Pyrolite

Obsidian

Pyrolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.5

5.5-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Not Applicable

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous

Shiny

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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0.15 N/mm²

Rank: 33 (Overall)▶

107.55 N/mm²

Rank: 19 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.7

3-3.01

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6 g/cm³

3.1-3.4 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.92 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 10 (Overall)▶

1.25 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 6 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Obsidian vs Pyrolite Properties

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