1 Properties
1.1 Physical Properties
1.1.1 Hardness
1.1.2 Grain Size
Fine Grained
Coarse Grained
1.1.3 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
Conchoidal to Uneven
1.1.4 Streak
White
Light to dark brown
1.1.5 Porosity
Highly Porous
Highly Porous
1.1.6 Luster
Waxy and Dull
Grainy, Pearly and Vitreous
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.1.8 Cleavage
Non-Existent
Not Available
1.1.9 Toughness
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
1.1.12 Density
2.7 g/cm32.2-2.35 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
0.74 kJ/Kg K0.75 kJ/Kg K
0.14
3.2
1.2.2 Resistance
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant