Properties of Rhomb Porphyry and Theralite

Rhomb Porphyry

Theralite

Properties of Theralite and Rhomb Porphyry

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

5-5.5

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Streak

White

Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Waxy and Dull

Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²

Not Available

Cleavage

Perfect

Non-Existent

Toughness

2.7

1.5

Specific Gravity

2.86

2.5-2.8

Transparency

Translucent

Translucent to Opaque

Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³

2.7 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.74 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Rhomb Porphyry vs Theralite Properties

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