Properties of Picrite and Limestone

Picrite

Limestone

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.83-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Splintery

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Dull to Pearly

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²115.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.922.3-2.7

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³2.3-2.7 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg K0.91 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Pressure Resistant

Picrite vs Limestone Properties

Properties of Picrite and Limestone play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Limestone properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Limestone 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 Limestone.