Properties of Scoria and Argillite

Scoria

Argillite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-62-3

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NANA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.56-2.68

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

Not Available2.54-2.66 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.87 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Scoria vs Argillite Properties

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