Properties of Skarn and Jadeitite

Skarn

Jadeitite

Properties of Jadeitite and Skarn

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.5

3-5

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Very fine-grained

Fracture

Irregular

Uneven

Streak

Light to dark brown

White, Greenish White or Grey

Porosity

Less Porous

Luster

Waxy and Dull

Compressive Strength

Not Available

310.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Slaty

Irregular

Toughness

2.4

Specific Gravity

2.86

2.79-3

Transparency

Opaque

Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³

2.5-3 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.95 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Water Resistant

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Skarn vs Jadeitite Properties

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