Properties of Tephrite and Picrite

Tephrite

Picrite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.56.8

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

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

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

90.00 N/mm²189.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Crenulation and Pervasive

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.4

2.1

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.75-2.92

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³1.5-2.5 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant

Tephrite vs Picrite Properties

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