Properties of Quartzite and Jadeitite

Quartzite

Jadeitite

Properties of Jadeitite and Quartzite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6-7

3-5

Grain Size

Medium Grained

Very fine-grained

Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Uneven

Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

Porosity

Less Porous

Luster

Vitreous

Waxy and Dull

Compressive Strength

115.00 N/mm²

310.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Indiscernible

Irregular

Toughness

1.9

Specific Gravity

2.6-2.8

2.79-3

Transparency

Transparent to Translucent

Opaque

Density

2.32-2.42 g/cm³

2.5-3 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.75 kJ/Kg K

0.95 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Water Resistant

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Quartzite vs Jadeitite Properties

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