Properties of Theralite and Serpentinite

Theralite

Serpentinite

Properties of Serpentinite and Theralite

Properties

Physical Properties

Hardness

3-5

Grain Size

Fine Grained

Very fine-grained

Fracture

Uneven, Splintery or Conchoidal

Uneven

Streak

White

White, Greenish White or Grey

Porosity

Highly Porous

Less Porous

Luster

Waxy and Dull

Compressive Strength

Not Available

310.00 N/mm²

Cleavage

Non-Existent

Irregular

Toughness

1.5

Specific Gravity

2.5-2.8

2.79-3

Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Opaque

Density

2.7 g/cm³

2.5-3 g/cm³

Thermal Properties

Specific Heat Capacity

0.74 kJ/Kg K

0.95 kJ/Kg K

Resistance

Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant

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Theralite vs Serpentinite Properties

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