Properties of Trondhjemite and Argillite

Trondhjemite

Argillite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-72-3

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Conchoidal to Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

Bluish Black

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Waxy and Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NANA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

2.6

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-32.56-2.68

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.73 g/cm³2.54-2.66 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.87 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Trondhjemite vs Argillite Properties

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