Properties of Obsidian and Taconite

Obsidian

Taconite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-5.55.5-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Not Applicable

Large and Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous

Earthy

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

0.15 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.5

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.75-5.3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6 g/cm³Not Available

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K3.20 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 Taconite Properties

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