Know all about Diatomite and Jaspillite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diatomite and Jaspillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Diatomite is Clastic or Non-Clastic whereas that of Jaspillite is Banded, Trellis. Diatomite appears Soft and Jaspillite appears Banded and Glassy. The luster of Diatomite is dull while that of Jaspillite is earthy. Diatomite is available in grey, white, yellow colors whereas Jaspillite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Diatomite are alumina refineries, animal feed filler, as a feed additive for livestock, creating artwork, drawing on blackboards, fire resistant, gymnasts, athletes and mountain climbers use for grip, in aquifers, soil conditioner, to ignite fire, used as a filter medium, used as an insecticide, whiting material in toothpaste, paint and paper and that of Jaspillite are creating artwork, jewelry.