Properties of Picrite and Icelandite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Very fine-grained
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Vitreous
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Imperfect
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.75-2.92
2.5-2.8
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
2.11-2.36 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant
Picrite vs Icelandite Properties
Properties of Picrite and Icelandite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Icelandite properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Icelandite 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 Icelandite.