Properties of Picrite and Argillite

Picrite

Argillite

Properties of Argillite and Picrite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.8

2-3

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal to Uneven

Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White to Grey

Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Waxy and Dull

Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²

Not Available

Cleavage

Imperfect

Slaty

Toughness

2.1

2.6

Specific Gravity

2.75-2.92

2.56-2.68

Transparency

Opaque

Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³

2.54-2.66 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.87 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

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Picrite vs Argillite Properties

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