Properties of Tephrite and Ignimbrite

Tephrite

Ignimbrite

Properties of Ignimbrite and Tephrite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.5

4-6

Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

Fracture

Uneven

Streak

Bluish Black

White

Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Vitreous to Dull

Compressive Strength

90.00 N/mm²

243.80 N/mm²

Cleavage

Crenulation and Pervasive

Not Available

Toughness

2.4

Not Available

Specific Gravity

2.86

2.73

Transparency

Opaque

Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³

1-1.8 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.20 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Tephrite vs Ignimbrite Properties

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