Properties of Picrite and Quartzite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Medium Grained
Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Vitreous
Cleavage
Imperfect
Indiscernible
Specific Gravity
2.75-2.92
2.6-2.8
Transparency
Opaque
Transparent to Translucent
Density
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
2.32-2.42 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Picrite vs Quartzite Properties
Properties of Picrite and Quartzite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Quartzite properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Quartzite 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 Quartzite.