Properties of Oolite and Picrite

Oolite

Picrite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

3-46.8

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Pearly to Shiny

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA189.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Non-Existent

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.75-2.92

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

Not Available1.5-2.5 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant

Oolite vs Picrite Properties

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