Properties of Skarn and Variolite

Skarn

Variolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.56

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine Grained

Not Applicable

1.1.3 Fracture

Irregular

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

Light to dark brown

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Waxy and Dull

Not Available

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA37.50 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Slaty

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

2.4

2.3

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.8-3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³2.9-3.1 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Skarn vs Variolite Properties

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