Properties of Trondhjemite and Nephelinite

Trondhjemite

Nephelinite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

6-76.5

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Medium to Fine Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

Flat

1.1.4 Streak

Bluish Black

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Vitreous to Metallic

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA35.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Not Available

Imperfect

1.1.9 Toughness

2.1

2.7

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-32.4-2.9

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.73 g/cm³2.5-3 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Heat Resistant

Trondhjemite vs Nephelinite Properties

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