Properties of Tephrite and Jadeitite

Tephrite

Jadeitite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.53-5

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Very fine-grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

Bluish Black

White, Greenish White or Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

90.00 N/mm²310.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Crenulation and Pervasive

Irregular

1.1.9 Toughness

2.4

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.79-3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³2.5-3 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.95 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Water Resistant

Tephrite vs Jadeitite Properties

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