Properties of Quartzite and Sandstone

Quartzite

Sandstone

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-76-7

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium Grained

Coarse or Fine

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Vitreous

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

115.00 N/mm²95.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Indiscernible

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.9

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.82.2-2.8

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Transparent to Translucent

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.32-2.42 g/cm³2.2-2.8 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, Pressure Resistant

Quartzite vs Sandstone Properties

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