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Properties of Theralite and Diatomite


Properties of Diatomite and Theralite


Properties

Physical Properties
  
  

Hardness
7   
1   

Grain Size
Fine Grained   
Very fine-grained   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal   
Not Available   

Streak
White   
White   

Porosity
Highly Porous   
Highly Porous   

Luster
Waxy and Dull   
Dull   

Cleavage
Non-Existent   
Non-Existent   

Toughness
1.5   
1   

Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8   
2.3-2.4   

Transparency
Translucent to Opaque   
Opaque   

Density
2.7 g/cm3   
2.49-2.51 g/cm3   

Thermal Properties
  
  

Specific Heat Capacity
0.74 kJ/Kg K   
19
0.90 kJ/Kg K   
12

Resistance
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant   
Heat Resistant   

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Theralite vs Diatomite Properties

Properties of Theralite and Diatomite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Theralite vs Diatomite properties, get to know more about Theralite Definition and Diatomite Definition. For the ease of understanding, the properties of rocks are divided into physical and thermal properties. Rocks have a variety of properties like hardness, color, specific gravity, fracture, cleavage, luster etc. Know all about physical and thermal properties of Theralite and Diatomite.

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