1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Medium Grained
Fine to Coarse Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
Conchoidal
1.1.4 Streak
1.1.5 Porosity
Less Porous
Very Less Porous
1.1.6 Luster
Vitreous
Subvitreous to Dull
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.1.8 Cleavage
1.1.9 Toughness
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
Transparent to Translucent
Translucent to Opaque
1.1.12 Density
2.32-2.42 g/cm32.95-2.96 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
0.75 kJ/Kg K0.92 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
1.2.2 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant