Taffouh stone is one the main Palestinian limestones with Yellow color. The color of Taffouh stone ranges from light, medium to dark. Some layers contain fosils with golden color.
Taffouh quarries are located in Taffouh area in west direction of Hebron governorate and it is one of the famous quarries in Palestine. These quarries contain several layers which can be used mainly for internal decoration and floors with different finishes.
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RESULT |
STANDARDS |
TEST |
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1.15 |
ASTM C 97 + EN 13755 + EN 1936 |
Water Absorption (%) |
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2.625 |
ASTM C 97 + EN 13755 + EN 1936 |
Specific Gravity |
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88.7 |
ASTM C 170 + EN 1926 |
Compressive Strength, (MPa) Dry , Perpendicular to Rift |
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96.1 |
ASTM C 170 + EN 1926 |
Compressive Strength, (MPa) Wet , Perpendicular to Rift |
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5.38 |
ASTM C880 + EN 13161 |
Flexural Strength, (MPa), dry |
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21.6 |
EN 14157 |
Abrasion Resistance Groove Length (mm) |