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Andesite vs Amphibolite Texture

Texture

Texture

Aphanitic to Porphyritic
Banded, Foliated, Massive

Color

Bluish - Grey, Grey, Pink, Yellow
Black, Brown, Green, Grey

Maintenance

More
Less

Durability

Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Dull and Soft
Foliated

Texture of Andesite and Amphibolite

Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Andesite and Amphibolite. Texture of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Andesite vs Amphibolite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.