Properties of Picrite and Amphibolite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Medium to Coarse Grained
Fracture
Uneven
Irregular to Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White to Grey
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Vitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Imperfect
Irregular
Specific Gravity
2.75-2.92
2.5
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
2.85-3.07 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Picrite vs Amphibolite Properties
Properties of Picrite and Amphibolite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Amphibolite properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Amphibolite 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 Picrite and Amphibolite.