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Argillite
Argillite

Chert
Chert



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Argillite vs Chert Texture

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Texture

Texture

Clastic, Polished
Banded, Rough

Color

Dark Grey to Black, Pink, Red, White
Black, Brown, Green, Grey, Red, White

Maintenance

Less
Less

Durability

Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Rough and Dull
Glassy or Pearly

Texture of Argillite and Chert

Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Argillite and Chert. Texture of Argillite is Clastic, Polished whereas that of Chert is Banded, Rough. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Argillite vs Chert texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.