Properties of Sandstone (Medium)
Medium sandstone is a sedimentary rock composed primarily of sand-sized mineral particles and rock fragments. It falls within the classification of sandstone, which can vary in terms of grain size from fine to coarse. Medium sandstone typically has grains that are intermediate in size, making it coarser than fine sandstone but finer than coarse sandstone.
The following table provides a list of medium sandstone properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units at normal temperature and pressure (NTP).
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Density | 2000 - 2140 kg/m3 |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric |
| Young’s Modulus (E) | 13 - 16 GPa |
| Compressive Strength | 16 - 34 MPa |
| Modulus of Rupture | 5 MPa |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Thermal Conductivity | 1.30 - 4.18 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) | 745 J/kg·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (αL) | 5.0×10-6 - 1.9×10-5 1/°C |
| Electrical Properties | Metric |
| Electrical Resistivity | 104 - 105 Ω·cm |
Unless stated otherwise, all values are taken at room temperature (approximately 20°C or 68°F) and 1 atm pressure. (1 atm = 101,325 Pa)
Related Pages
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