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Properties of Theralite and Schist


Properties of Schist and Theralite


Properties

Physical Properties
  
  

Hardness
7   
3.5-4   

Grain Size
Fine Grained   
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal   
Conchoidal   

Streak
White   
White   

Porosity
Highly Porous   
Highly Porous   

Luster
Waxy and Dull   
Shiny   

Cleavage
Non-Existent   
Slaty   

Toughness
1.5   
1.5   

Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8   
2.5-2.9   

Transparency
Translucent to Opaque   
Opaque   

Density
2.7 g/cm3   
2.8-2.9 g/cm3   

Thermal Properties
  
  

Specific Heat Capacity
0.74 kJ/Kg K   
19
Not Available   

Resistance
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant   
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Water Resistant   

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Theralite vs Schist Properties

Properties of Theralite and Schist play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Theralite vs Schist properties, get to know more about Theralite Definition and Schist 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 Schist.

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