Know all about Chert and Diamictite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Chert and Diamictite belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Chert is Banded, Rough whereas that of Diamictite is Clastic. Chert appears Glassy or Pearly and Diamictite appears Banded. The luster of Chert is waxy and dull while that of Diamictite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Chert is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Diamictite is available in brown, buff colors. The commercial uses of Chert are creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms and that of Diamictite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, production of lime.