Properties of Porphyry and Ignimbrite

Porphyry

Ignimbrite

Properties of Ignimbrite and Porphyry

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6-7

4-6

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Fracture

Irregular

Uneven

Streak

White

Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Dull

Vitreous to Dull

Compressive Strength

Not Available

243.80 N/mm²

Cleavage

Imperfect

Not Available

Toughness

1.7

Not Available

Specific Gravity

2.5-4

2.73

Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

Density

2.5-2.52 g/cm³

1-1.8 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

Not Available

0.20 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Porphyry vs Ignimbrite Properties

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