Know all about Andesite and Diamictite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Andesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Diamictite is Clastic. Andesite appears Dull and Soft and Diamictite appears Banded. The luster of Andesite is vitreous while that of Diamictite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors whereas Diamictite is available in brown, buff colors. The commercial uses of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Diamictite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, production of lime.