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Basanite
Properties of Basanite and Rhyolite
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Definition
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Properties
Physical Properties
Hardness
6-7
7
Grain Size
Large and Coarse Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Sub-conchoidal
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
Streak
Colorless
White
Porosity
Highly Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Earthy
Waxy and Dull
Compressive Strength
140.00 N/mm
2
15
Not Available
Cleavage
Not Available
Non-Existent
Toughness
2
1.5
Specific Gravity
2.65-2.67
2.5-2.8
Transparency
Opaque
Translucent to Opaque
Density
2.4-2.6 g/cm
3
2.7 g/cm
3
Thermal Properties
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
0.74 kJ/Kg K
19
Resistance
Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
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