Properties of Serpentinite and Anorthosite

Serpentinite

Anorthosite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

3-55-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Very fine-grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

310.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.79-32.62-2.82

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.5-3 g/cm³2.7-4 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.95 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Serpentinite vs Anorthosite Properties

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