Properties of Porphyry and Basanite

Porphyry

Basanite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-77

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NANA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

1.7

1.5

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-42.5-2.8

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.5-2.52 g/cm³2.7 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.74 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Porphyry vs Basanite Properties

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