Taconite

Anorthosite

Properties of Taconite and Anorthosite

Taconite

Anorthosite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5.5-6

5-6

1.1.2 Grain Size

Large and Coarse Grained

Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Irregular

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Earthy

Pearly to Subvitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

Properties of F..

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Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

Not Available

Rank: N/A (Overall)▶

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Properties of Obsidian

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1.1.8 Cleavage

Imperfect

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

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1.1.10 Specific Gravity

5-5.3

2.62-2.82

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

Not Available

2.7-4 g/cm³

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

Properties of B..

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3.20 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 1 (Overall)▶

0.84 kJ/Kg K

Rank: 15 (Overall)▶

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Properties of Granulite

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1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Scratch Resistant, Wear Resistant

Taconite vs Anorthosite Properties

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