Properties of Theralite and Oolite
Physical Properties
  
  
Hardness
7
  
3-4
  
Grain Size
Fine Grained
  
Fine Grained
  
Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal
  
Conchoidal
  
Streak
White
  
White
  
Porosity
Highly Porous
  
Less Porous
  
Luster
Waxy and Dull
  
Pearly to Shiny
  
Cleavage
Non-Existent
  
Non-Existent
  
Toughness
1.5
  
1
  
Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8
  
Not Available
  
Transparency
Translucent to Opaque
  
Opaque
  
Density
2.7 g/cm3
  
Not Available
  
Thermal Properties
  
  
Specific Heat Capacity
0.74 kJ/Kg K
  
19
Not Available
  
Resistance
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
  
Heat Resistant, Wear Resistant
  
Theralite vs Oolite Properties
Properties of Theralite and Oolite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Theralite vs Oolite properties, get to know more about Theralite Definition and Oolite 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 Oolite.