Properties of Taconite

Physical Properties of Taconite

Physical properties of rocks are used to identify the type of rocks and to discover more about them. There are various physical properties of Taconite like Hardness, Grain Size, Fracture, Streak, Porosity, Luster, Strength etc which defines it. The physical properties of Taconite rock are vital in determining its Taconite Texture and Taconite Uses.

Hardness and Strength of Taconite

The physical properties of Taconite depend on its formation. Physical properties of rocks play an important role in determining its applications in various fields. Rocks are rated on the on the Moh's Hardness Scale which rates the rocks on the scale from 1 to 10. Rocks with hardness 1-3 are soft rocks from 3-6 are medium hardness rocks and 6-10 are hard rocks. The hardness of Taconite is 5.5-6 whereas its compressive strength is Not Available. Streak is the color of rock when it is crushed or powdered. The streak of Taconite is white whereas its fracture is uneven, splintery or conchoidal. Luster of Taconite is the interaction of light with the surface of Taconite. Luster of Taconite is earthy. Taconite cleavage is imperfect. The specific gravity of Taconite is 5-5.3. Taconite is translucent to opaque in nature whereas its toughness is 1.5. You can also know all the list of rocks in Opaque Rocks, Translucent Rocks and Transparent Rocks.