Know all about Andesite and Laterite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Andesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic. Andesite appears Dull and Soft and Laterite appears Rough and Banded. The luster of Andesite is vitreous while that of Laterite is dull. Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors whereas Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors. The commercial uses of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums.