Properties of Tephrite and Metapelite

Tephrite

Metapelite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.55-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Fibrous

1.1.4 Streak

Bluish Black

Unknown

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Earthy

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

90.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Crenulation and Pervasive

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

2.4

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.863.4-3.7

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³0-300 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.72 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Tephrite vs Metapelite Properties

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