Properties of Porphyry and Trachyandesite

Porphyry

Trachyandesite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-74-5

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

Light to dark brown

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull

Earthy

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA37.40 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.7

2.3

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.5-42.8-3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.5-2.52 g/cm³2.9-3.1 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Porphyry vs Trachyandesite Properties

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