Properties of Picrite and Quartzite

Picrite

Quartzite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.86-7

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Vitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²115.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Indiscernible

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

1.9

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.75-2.922.6-2.8

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Transparent to Translucent

1.1.12 Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³2.32-2.42 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg K0.75 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Picrite vs Quartzite Properties

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