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Some basalts can be quite porous, others may be non-porous.

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Is basalt porous?

Yes it is.


Three non-porous rock?

Granite: A durable and dense rock that is resistant to water absorption due to its low porosity. Basalt: A fine-grained volcanic rock with low porosity that is commonly used in construction and landscaping. Marble: A metamorphic rock that is often polished and used in countertops and sculptures due to its non-porous nature.


What is non porous rock?

Non-porous rocks are solid materials that do not allow water or other fluids to pass through them due to the absence of interconnected pore spaces. This lack of porosity prevents the storage or movement of fluids within the rock, making them impermeable. Examples of non-porous rocks include granite, basalt, and marble.


What is molten liquefied rock called when it irrupts from the earth's interior from a volcano or fissure and cools into a porous black and hard material?

The molten liquefied rock is called lava when it erupts from a volcano or fissure and cools into a porous black and hard material known as basalt or igneous rock.


Is basalt stone porous?

Basalt stone is typically low to moderately porous, meaning it can absorb some liquids if left untreated. The porosity of basalt can vary depending on the specific type and finish of the stone. It is recommended to seal basalt to reduce its porosity and protect it from stains.


Is basalt a igneous metamorphic or sedimentary rock?

Basalt is an extrusive igneous rock.


What is the dark colored rock the makes up most of the oceanic crust?

Basalt


What is a sentence using the word 'basalt'?

That rock was not Basalt, it was different. This is not a diamond, just a normal Basalt.


Is basalt a gas?

No, basalt is not a gas. Basalt is an igneous rock formed from the rapid cooling of lava, which is molten rock. It is a solid material with a fine-grained texture.


When was Basalt Rock Company created?

Basalt Rock Company was created in 1920.


What rock is most commonly found in the Earth's crust?

Igneous rock, and specifically basalt.


Is basalt an element a mineral or a rock?

Basalt is a rock composed of minerals which are composed of elements.