Know all about Amphibolite and Diatomite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive whereas that of Diatomite is Clastic or Non-Clastic. Amphibolite appears Foliated and Diatomite appears Soft. The luster of Amphibolite is vitreous to dull while that of Diatomite is dull. Amphibolite is available in black, brown, green, grey colors whereas Diatomite is available in grey, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Amphibolite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that 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.