Properties of Whiteschist and Soapstone

Whiteschist

Soapstone

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

1.51

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Medium Grained

Fine Grained

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

Black

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Greasy

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

200.00 N/mm²225.00 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

1.1.9 Toughness

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.86

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 K0.88 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant

Whiteschist vs Soapstone Properties

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