Know all about Adamellite and Laterite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Adamellite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Adamellite is Porphyritic whereas that of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic. Adamellite appears Veined or Pebbled and Laterite appears Rough and Banded. The luster of Adamellite is dull to grainy with sporadic parts pearly and vitreous while that of Laterite is dull. Adamellite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors. The commercial uses of Adamellite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones and that of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums.