Properties of Quartzite and Obsidian
Grain Size
Medium Grained
Not Applicable
Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Porosity
Less Porous
Very Less Porous
Cleavage
Indiscernible
Non-Existent
Toughness
1.9
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.8
2.6-2.7
Transparency
Transparent to Translucent
Translucent
Density
2.32-2.42 g/cm3
2.6 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Quartzite vs Obsidian Properties
Properties of Quartzite and Obsidian play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Quartzite vs Obsidian properties, get to know more about Quartzite Definition and Obsidian 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 Obsidian.