Properties of Picrite and Jasperoid
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Vitreous and Pearly
Cleavage
Imperfect
Perfect
Specific Gravity
2.75-2.92
2.8-3
Transparency
Opaque
Transparent to Translucent
Density
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
2.8-2.9 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Picrite vs Jasperoid Properties
Properties of Picrite and Jasperoid play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Jasperoid properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Jasperoid 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 Jasperoid.