Properties of Porphyry and Latite

Porphyry

Latite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-75-5.5

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA310.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.7

2.7

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-42.86

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.5-2.52 g/cm³2.8-2.9 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Porphyry vs Latite Properties

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