Properties of Turbidite and Ignimbrite
Properties
Physical Properties
Hardness
3
4-6
Grain Size
Fine to Coarse Grained
Fine Grained
Fracture
Splintery
Uneven
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Very Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Metallic
Vitreous to Dull
Compressive Strength
200.00 N/mm2
10
243.80 N/mm2
5
Cleavage
Disjunctive
Not Available
Toughness
2.4
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.46-2.73
2.73
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
1.6-2.5 g/cm3
1-1.8 g/cm3
Thermal Properties
Specific Heat Capacity
0.92 kJ/Kg K
10
0.20 kJ/Kg K
25
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Turbidite vs Ignimbrite Properties
Properties of Turbidite and Ignimbrite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Turbidite vs Ignimbrite properties, get to know more about Turbidite Definition and Ignimbrite 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 Turbidite and Ignimbrite.
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