Basalt (dense volcanic) vs Chalk (soft calcareous)
Property comparison of Basalt (dense volcanic) and Chalk (soft calcareous), both stone.
| Property | Basalt (dense volcanic) | Chalk (soft calcareous) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poisson ratio | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0% |
| Density | 3,000 kg/m³ | 1,800 kg/m³ | -40% |
| Thermal conductivity | 2 W/m·K | 1.2 W/m·K | -40% |
| Specific heat | 850 J/kg·K | 840 J/kg·K | -1% |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | 0.000006 1/K | 0.000012 1/K | +100% |
Difference is Chalk (soft calcareous) relative to Basalt (dense volcanic). Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
Identification
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- ASTM
- standard
- ASTM D7012
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