Properties of Rhyodacite and Tephrite

Rhyodacite

Tephrite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5.5-66.5

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

Black

Bluish Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Greasy to Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

200.50 N/mm²90.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

Crenulation and Pervasive

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

2.4

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.34-2.402.86

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

Not Available2.8-2.9 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

1.12 kJ/Kg K0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Rhyodacite vs Tephrite Properties

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