Properties of Rapakivi Granite and Banded iron formation
Grain Size
Large and Coarse Grained
Large and Coarse Grained
Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Dull to Grainy with Sporadic parts Pearly and Vitreous
Earthy
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Not Available
Imperfect
Toughness
Not Available
1.5
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
5.0-5.3
Transparency
Opaque
Translucent to Opaque
Density
2.6-2.8 g/cm3
Not Available
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Rapakivi Granite vs Banded iron formation Properties
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