Properties of Picrite and Kimberlite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Fine to Coarse Grained
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Very Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Subvitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Imperfect
Conchoidal
Toughness
2.1
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.75-2.92
2.86-2.87
Transparency
Opaque
Translucent to Opaque
Density
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
2.95-2.96 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Picrite vs Kimberlite Properties
Properties of Picrite and Kimberlite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Kimberlite properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Kimberlite 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 Kimberlite.