Physical and Thermal Properties of Common Stones
Type of stone =
Density, lb/ft3 =
Compressive strength, x10-3 =
Rupture modulus, x10-3, lb/in2 =
Shearing strength, x10-3 lb/in2 =
Young's modulus x 10-6 lb/in2 =
Modulus of rigidity x 10-6 lb/in2 =
Poisson's ratio =
Abrasion-hardness index 9ASTM C241-51) =
Porosity, vol % =
48-h water absorption (ASTM C97) = 
Thermal conductivity btu/(ft-h-°F) =
Coefficient of thermal expansion x 10-6, per °F =