Properties of Rapakivi Granite and Granodiorite

Rapakivi Granite

Granodiorite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-76

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Large and Coarse Grained

Medium to Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Not Available

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Dull to Grainy with Sporadic parts Pearly and Vitreous

Grainy, Pearly and Vitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

175.00 N/mm²175.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.72.6-2.7

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.6-2.8 g/cm³2.6-2.8 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.79 kJ/Kg K0.79 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Rapakivi Granite vs Granodiorite Properties

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