Properties of Quartzite and Sandstone

Quartzite

Sandstone

Properties of Sandstone and Quartzite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6-7

Grain Size

Medium Grained

Coarse or Fine

Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Conchoidal

Streak

White

Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Vitreous

Dull

Compressive Strength

115.00 N/mm²

95.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Indiscernible

Perfect

Toughness

1.9

2.6

Specific Gravity

2.6-2.8

2.2-2.8

Transparency

Transparent to Translucent

Opaque

Density

2.32-2.42 g/cm³

2.2-2.8 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.75 kJ/Kg K

0.92 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

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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.