Properties of Whiteschist and Blueschist

Whiteschist

Blueschist

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

1.53.5-4

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Medium Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

Highly Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Dull

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

200.00 N/mm²NA

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

Slaty

1.1.9 Toughness

1.5

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.863-3.2

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³2.8-2.9 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg KNA

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Impact Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Whiteschist vs Blueschist Properties

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