Properties of Picrite and Basaltic Trachyandesite

Picrite

Basaltic Trachyandesite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.86

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

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

Not Available

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²37.50 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

2.3

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.922.8-3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³2.9-3.1 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, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Picrite vs Basaltic Trachyandesite Properties

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