Crimson Quartzite Properties
Chemical Properties
Chemical properties for mineral deposits of Shoksha include crimson and red quartzites and red sandstone of shoksha context characterized by a homogeneous, essentially quartz mineral composition (quartz content - 98%).
Physical Properties
| Density, g/cubic cm | 2,67 |
| Volumetric weight, g/cubic cm | 2,63 |
| Tensile strength in compression, MPa | 200-250 |
| Porosity, % | 0,015 |
| Water absorption, % | 0,1 |
| Abrasion, g/cm | 0,042 |
| Frost resistance, R | 100 |
| Radioactivity, Bq/kg | 37 |
