1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Fine Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal to Uneven
1.1.4 Streak
Vermilion
White, Greenish White or Grey
1.1.5 Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
1.1.6 Luster
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
206.00 N/mm2150.00 N/mm2
0.15
450
1.1.8 Cleavage
1.1.9 Toughness
Not Available
Not Available
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
Opaque
Translucent to Opaque
1.1.12 Density
3.058 g/cm32.6 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
1.2.2 Resistance
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Wear Resistant