Amphibolite vs Andesite Texture
Texture
Banded, Foliated, Massive
  
Aphanitic to Porphyritic
  
Color
Black, Brown, Green, Grey
  
Bluish - Grey, Grey, Pink, Yellow
  
Maintenance
Less
  
More
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Scratch Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Stain Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Wind Resistant
No
  
No
  
Acid Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Appearance
Foliated
  
Dull and Soft
  
Texture of Amphibolite and Andesite
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Amphibolite and Andesite. Texture of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive whereas that of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Amphibolite vs Andesite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.