Properties of Quartzite and Lherzolite

Quartzite

Lherzolite

Properties of Lherzolite and Quartzite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6-7

6.5

Grain Size

Medium Grained

Fine Grained

Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Conchoidal

Streak

White

Porosity

Less Porous

Luster

Vitreous

Subvitreous to Dull

Compressive Strength

115.00 N/mm²

290.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Indiscernible

Perfect

Toughness

1.9

2.7

Specific Gravity

2.6-2.8

2.86

Transparency

Transparent to Translucent

Opaque

Density

2.32-2.42 g/cm³

2.8-2.9 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

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Quartzite vs Lherzolite Properties

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