Properties of Picrite and Basanite

Picrite

Basanite

Properties of Basanite and Picrite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.8

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Waxy and Dull

Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²

Not Available

Cleavage

Imperfect

Non-Existent

Toughness

2.1

1.5

Specific Gravity

2.75-2.92

2.5-2.8

Transparency

Opaque

Translucent to Opaque

Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³

2.7 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.74 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Picrite vs Basanite Properties

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