Properties of Vogesite and Obsidian

Vogesite

Obsidian

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

5-65-5.5

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Coarse Grained

Not Applicable

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

1.1.5 Porosity

Very Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Vitreous

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

NA0.15 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Conchoidal

Non-Existent

1.1.9 Toughness

Not Available

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.86-2.872.6-2.7

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Translucent to Opaque

Translucent

1.1.12 Density

2.95-2.96 g/cm³2.6 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

NA0.92 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant

Vogesite vs Obsidian Properties

Properties of Vogesite and Obsidian play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Vogesite vs Obsidian properties, get to know more about Vogesite 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 Vogesite and Obsidian.