Properties of Picrite and Troctolite

Picrite

Troctolite

Properties of Troctolite and Picrite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.8

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Coarse Grained

Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal

Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

Black

Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Not Available

Compressive Strength

189.00 N/mm²

225.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Imperfect

Not Available

Toughness

2.1

1.6

Specific Gravity

2.75-2.92

2.86-2.87

Transparency

Opaque

Density

1.5-2.5 g/cm³

2.7-3.3 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.88 kJ/Kg K

Not Available

Resistance

Heat Resistant

Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Picrite vs Troctolite Properties

Properties of Picrite and Troctolite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Picrite vs Troctolite properties, get to know more about Picrite Definition and Troctolite 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 Troctolite.