1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Coarse Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal to Uneven
1.1.4 Streak
White
Light to dark brown
1.1.5 Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
1.1.6 Luster
Subvitreous to Dull
Grainy, Pearly and Vitreous
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.1.8 Cleavage
1.1.9 Toughness
Not Available
Not Available
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
1.1.12 Density
2.6-2.8 g/cm32.2-2.35 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
0.92 kJ/Kg K0.75 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
1.2.2 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant