Properties of Porphyry and Latite
Properties
Physical Properties
Hardness
6-7
5-5.5
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Irregular
Conchoidal
Streak
White
White
Porosity
Less Porous
Very Less Porous
Luster
Dull
Subvitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
310.00 N/mm2
2
Cleavage
Imperfect
Perfect
Toughness
1.7
2.7
Specific Gravity
2.5-4
2.86
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Translucent
Density
2.5-2.52 g/cm3
2.8-2.9 g/cm3
Thermal Properties
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
0.92 kJ/Kg K
10
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.
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