Properties of Quartzite and Rhyodacite

Quartzite

Rhyodacite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-75.5-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous

Greasy to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

115.00 N/mm²200.50 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Indiscernible

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

1.9

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.82.34-2.40

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Transparent to Translucent

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.32-2.42 g/cm³Not Available

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.75 kJ/Kg K1.12 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant

Quartzite vs Rhyodacite Properties

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