Porous Limestone (high porosity calcareous) vs Sandstone (quartz-cemented)
Property comparison of Porous Limestone (high porosity calcareous) and Sandstone (quartz-cemented), both stone.
| Property | Porous Limestone (high porosity calcareous) | Sandstone (quartz-cemented) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elastic modulus | 5,000 MPa | 20,000 MPa | +300% |
| Poisson ratio | 0.4 | 0.33 | -18% |
| Density | 1,450 kg/m³ | 2,200 kg/m³ | +52% |
Difference is Sandstone (quartz-cemented) relative to Porous Limestone (high porosity calcareous). Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
Identification
- standard
- ASTM C568
- standard
- ASTM
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