Properties of Porphyry and Dunite

Porphyry

Dunite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-73.5-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Shiny

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA107.55 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.7

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-43-3.01

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.5-2.52 g/cm³2.84-2.85 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA1.25 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Porphyry vs Dunite Properties

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