Properties of Picrite and Pyroxenite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Coarse Grained
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White, Greenish White or Grey
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Dull to Vitreous to Submetallic
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Imperfect
Irregular
Toughness
2.1
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.75-2.92
3.2-3.5
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
3.1-3.6 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Picrite vs Pyroxenite Properties
Properties of Picrite and Pyroxenite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Pyroxenite properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Pyroxenite 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 Pyroxenite.