Properties of Picrite and Siltstone
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Imperfect
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.75-2.92
2.54-2.73
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
2.6-2.7 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Water Resistant
Picrite vs Siltstone Properties
Properties of Picrite and Siltstone play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Siltstone properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Siltstone 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 Siltstone.