Properties of Picrite and Pumice

Picrite

Pumice

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.86

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Planar

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Earthy

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²51.20 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.922.86

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³0.25-0.3 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg K0.87 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Picrite vs Pumice Properties

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