Properties of Tephrite and Soapstone

Tephrite

Soapstone

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6.51

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

Bluish Black

Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Greasy

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

90.00 N/mm²225.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Crenulation and Pervasive

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.4

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.86

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³2.8-2.9 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, Pressure Resistant

Tephrite vs Soapstone Properties

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