Properties of Obsidian and Sandstone

Obsidian

Sandstone

Properties of Sandstone and Obsidian

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

5-5.5

6-7

Grain Size

Not Applicable

Coarse or Fine

Fracture

Conchoidal

Streak

White

Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Vitreous

Dull

Compressive Strength

0.15 N/mm²

95.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Non-Existent

Perfect

Toughness

Not Available

2.6

Specific Gravity

2.6-2.7

2.2-2.8

Transparency

Translucent

Opaque

Density

2.6 g/cm³

2.2-2.8 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

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Obsidian vs Sandstone Properties

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