Granite

Physical & Mechanical Properties

Volumetric weight:     2670 kg/m3

Water absorbtion:        0.55 %

Compression strength:         225 MPa

Flexure strength:        19 MPa

Attritive ability of rock:        0.26 g/cm2

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Minerals (%)

Microcline:   35

Plagioclase:         35

Quartz:   25

Biotite:   4

Others:   1

 

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