Properties of Skarn and Tephrite
Grain Size
Fine Grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fracture
Irregular
Uneven
Streak
Light to dark brown
Bluish Black
Porosity
Less Porous
Very Less Porous
Luster
Waxy and Dull
Subvitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
Not Available
Cleavage
Slaty
Crenulation and Pervasive
Specific Gravity
2.86
2.86
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
2.8-2.9 g/cm3
2.8-2.9 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Skarn vs Tephrite Properties
Properties of Skarn and Tephrite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Skarn vs Tephrite properties, get to know more about Skarn Definition and Tephrite 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 Tephrite.