Properties of Tephrite and Rhyolite

Tephrite

Rhyolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.56-7

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Large and Coarse Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Sub-conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

Bluish Black

Colorless

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/mm²140.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Crenulation and Pervasive

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

2.4

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.65-2.67

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³2.4-2.6 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg KNA

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant

Tephrite vs Rhyolite Properties

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