Properties of Skarn and Picrite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.56.8

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

Light to dark brown

White, Greenish White or Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Subvitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA189.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.4

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.75-2.92

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³1.5-2.5 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Skarn vs Picrite Properties

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