Properties of Websterite and Metapelite
Grain Size
Coarse Grained
Medium to Fine Coarse Grained
Streak
White, Greenish White or Grey
Unknown
Porosity
Less Porous
Highly Porous
Luster
Dull to Vitreous to Submetallic
Earthy
Cleavage
Irregular
Not Available
Toughness
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.2-3.5
3.4-3.7
Transparency
Opaque
Opaque
Density
3.1-3.6 g/cm3
0-300 g/cm3
Specific Heat Capacity
Not Available
Resistance
Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant
Heat Resistant, Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant
Websterite vs Metapelite Properties
Properties of Websterite and Metapelite play an important role in determining the type of rock. Along with Websterite vs Metapelite properties, get to know more about Websterite Definition and Metapelite 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 Websterite and Metapelite.