Properties of Turbidite and Obsidian
Grain Size
Fine to Coarse Grained
Not Applicable
Fracture
Splintery
Conchoidal
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
White
Porosity
Very Less Porous
Very Less Porous
Cleavage
Disjunctive
Non-Existent
Toughness
2.4
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.46-2.73
2.6-2.7
Transparency
Opaque
Translucent
Density
1.6-2.5 g/cm3
2.6 g/cm3
Resistance
Heat Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant
Turbidite vs Obsidian Properties
Properties of Turbidite and Obsidian play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Turbidite vs Obsidian properties, get to know more about Turbidite Definition and Obsidian 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 Obsidian.