Properties of Picrite and Monzonite

Picrite

Monzonite

Properties of Monzonite and Picrite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.8

6-7

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Fracture

Uneven

Not Available

Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

Porosity

Less Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²

310.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Imperfect

Not Available

Toughness

2.1

Not Available

Specific Gravity

2.75-2.92

2.8-3

Transparency

Opaque

Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³

2.9-2.91 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.92 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

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Picrite vs Monzonite Properties

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