Properties of Picrite and Amphibolite

Picrite

Amphibolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.86-7

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium to Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Irregular to Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Vitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

2.3

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.922.5

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³2.85-3.07 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg KNA

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Picrite vs Amphibolite Properties

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