Skarn

Anorthosite

Properties of Skarn and Anorthosite

Skarn

Anorthosite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.5

5-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

Light to dark brown

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

2.4

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86

2.62-2.82

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³

2.7-4 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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0.92 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 10 (Overall)▶

0.84 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 15 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

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

Skarn vs Anorthosite Properties

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