Properties of Picrite and Sovite
Properties
Physical Properties
Hardness
6.8
3
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Less Porous
Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Subvitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
189.00 N/mm2
11
Not Available
Cleavage
Imperfect
Not Available
Toughness
2.1
1
Specific Gravity
2.75-2.92
2.86-2.87
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
1.5-2.5 g/cm3
2.84-2.86 g/cm3
Thermal Properties
Specific Heat Capacity
0.88 kJ/Kg K
13
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Picrite vs Sovite Properties
Properties of Picrite and Sovite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Sovite properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Sovite 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 Sovite.
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