Properties of Picrite and Nephelinite

Picrite

Nephelinite

Properties of Nephelinite and Picrite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.8

6.5

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Fracture

Uneven

Flat

Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

Porosity

Less Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Vitreous to Metallic

Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²

35.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Imperfect

Toughness

2.1

2.7

Specific Gravity

2.75-2.92

2.4-2.9

Transparency

Opaque

Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³

2.5-3 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant

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Picrite vs Nephelinite Properties

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