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Table 2
Properties of silicon carbide abrasive grains.
| Feature | Silicon Carbide |
|---|---|
| General Description | Solid Granules, Inert to most chemicals, High strength and thermal shock resistant, High thermal conductivity |
| Chemical Analysis | Si C : 98.54%, Free C : 0.26%, Si+Si O : 2.68%, Fe2O3 : 0.24%, Al2O3 : 0.20% |
| Colour | Black/Green |
| Particle Shape | Sharp, irregular |
| Hardness | 9.5 on Mohs Scale |
| Density | 3.22 g/cm3 |
| Melting point | 2730 °C |
| Solubility | Insoluble |
| Coordination geometry | Tetrahedral |
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