Properties of Tephrite and Lherzolite

Tephrite

Lherzolite

Properties of Lherzolite and Tephrite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

6.5

Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal

Streak

Bluish Black

White

Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Compressive Strength

90.00 N/mm²

290.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Crenulation and Pervasive

Perfect

Toughness

2.4

2.7

Specific Gravity

2.86

Transparency

Opaque

Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.95 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Tephrite vs Lherzolite Properties

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