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
Highly Porous
1.1.6 Luster
1.1.7 Compressive Strength
1.1.8 Cleavage
1.1.9 Toughness
1.1.10 Specific Gravity
1.1.11 Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
Opaque
1.1.12 Density
2.7 g/cm32.8-2.9 g/cm3
0
1400
1.2 Thermal Properties
1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity
1.2.2 Resistance
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Water Resistant