Properties of Whiteschist and Variolite

Whiteschist

Variolite

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1 Properties

1.1 Physical Properties

1.1.1 Hardness

1.56

1 7

1.1.2 Grain Size

Fine to Medium Grained

Not Applicable

1.1.3 Fracture

Conchoidal

1.1.4 Streak

White

White to Grey

1.1.5 Porosity

Less Porous

1.1.6 Luster

Subvitreous to Dull

Not Available

1.1.7 Compressive Strength

200.00 N/mm²37.50 N/mm²

0.15 450

1.1.8 Cleavage

Perfect

Not Available

1.1.9 Toughness

2.3

1.1.10 Specific Gravity

2.862.8-3

0 8.4

1.1.11 Transparency

Opaque

1.1.12 Density

2.8-2.9 g/cm³2.9-3.1 g/cm³

0 1400

1.2 Thermal Properties

1.2.1 Specific Heat Capacity

0.92 kJ/Kg K0.84 kJ/Kg K

0.14 3.2

1.2.2 Resistance

Heat Resistant

Heat Resistant, Pressure Resistant, Wear Resistant

Whiteschist vs Variolite Properties

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