Properties of Theralite and Mugearite
Physical Properties
  
  
Hardness
7
  
6
  
Grain Size
Fine Grained
  
Not Applicable
  
Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
  
Conchoidal
  
Streak
White
  
White to Grey
  
Porosity
Highly Porous
  
Less Porous
  
Luster
Waxy and Dull
  
Not Available
  
Compressive Strength
Not Available
  
37.50 N/mm
2
  
27
Cleavage
Non-Existent
  
Not Applicable
  
Toughness
1.5
  
2.3
  
Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8
  
2.8-3
  
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
  
Opaque
  
Density
2.7 g/cm3
  
2.9-3.1 g/cm3
  
Thermal Properties
  
  
Specific Heat Capacity
0.74 kJ/Kg K
  
19
0.84 kJ/Kg K
  
15
Resistance
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
  
Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
  
Theralite vs Mugearite Properties
Properties of Theralite and Mugearite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Theralite vs Mugearite properties, get to know more about Theralite Definition and Mugearite 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 Mugearite.