Dacite
Dacite is a rock with the chemical formula SiO2 ~ 63-68%. It has a Mohs hardness of 6 - 7 and glassy to dull luster.
Dacite properties
| Type | Rock |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | SiO2 ~ 63-68% |
| Mohs hardness | 6 - 7 |
| Luster | Glassy to dull |
| Typical colors | Gray, green, or brown |
| Formation | Volcanic, formed from the cooling of lava |
| Rarity | 5 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 6–7 — hard
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