Properties of Picrite and Lamprophyre

Picrite

Lamprophyre

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.85-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Fine to Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Conchoidal

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.922.86-2.87

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³2.95-2.96 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg KNA

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Picrite vs Lamprophyre Properties

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