Properties of Phonolite and Limestone

Phonolite

Limestone

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5.5-63-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal to Uneven

Splintery

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Greasy to Dull

Dull to Pearly

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

150.00 N/mm²115.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Poor

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.62.3-2.7

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6 g/cm³2.3-2.7 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.91 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant

Pressure Resistant

Phonolite vs Limestone Properties

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