1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Fine Grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
Conchoidal
1.1.4 Streak
1.1.5 Porosity
Highly Porous
Less Porous
1.1.6 Luster
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.1.8 Cleavage
Non-Existent
Non-Existent
1.1.9 Toughness
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
1.1.12 Density
2.7 g/cm31.25-2.5 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
0.74 kJ/Kg K1.32 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
1.2.2 Resistance
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Water Resistant