Properties of Phonolite and Kimberlite

Phonolite

Kimberlite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5.5-66-7

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Fine to Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Greasy to Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

150.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Poor

Conchoidal

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.62.86-2.87

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6 g/cm³2.95-2.96 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Phonolite vs Kimberlite Properties

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