Properties of Picrite and Itacolumite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Coarse or Fine
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Dull
Cleavage
Imperfect
Perfect
Specific Gravity
2.75-2.92
2.2-2.8
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
2.2-2.8 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Picrite vs Itacolumite Properties
Properties of Picrite and Itacolumite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Itacolumite properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Itacolumite 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 Itacolumite.