Properties of Obsidian and Rhyodacite
Grain Size
Not Applicable
Fine Grained
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Porosity
Very Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Vitreous
Greasy to Dull
Cleavage
Non-Existent
Not Available
Toughness
Not Available
2.1
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
2.34-2.40
Transparency
Translucent
Opaque
Density
2.6 g/cm3
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Heat Resistant
Obsidian vs Rhyodacite Properties
Properties of Obsidian and Rhyodacite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Obsidian vs Rhyodacite properties, get to know more about Obsidian Definition and Rhyodacite 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 Rhyodacite.