Properties of Picrite and Anorthosite

Picrite

Anorthosite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.85-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.922.62-2.82

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³2.7-4 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Picrite vs Anorthosite Properties

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