Properties of Turbidite and Ignimbrite

Turbidite

Ignimbrite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

34-6

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Splintery

Uneven

1.1.4 Streak

White, Greenish White or Grey

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Metallic

Vitreous to Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

200.00 N/mm²243.80 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Disjunctive

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

2.4

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.46-2.732.73

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

1.6-2.5 g/cm³1-1.8 g/cm³

0 1400

3.3 Thermal Properties

3.3.2 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.20 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

6.1.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Turbidite vs Ignimbrite Properties

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