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Argillite vs Diatomite Texture


Diatomite vs Argillite Texture


Texture

Texture
Clastic, Polished   
Clastic or Non-Clastic   

Color
Dark Grey to Black, Pink, Red, White   
Grey, White, Yellow   

Maintenance
Less   
Less   

Durability
Durable   
Non-Durable   

Water Resistant
No   
No   

Scratch Resistant
Yes   
No   

Stain Resistant
Yes   
No   

Wind Resistant
Yes   
No   

Acid Resistant
Yes   
No   

Appearance
Rough and Dull   
Soft   

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Texture of Argillite and Diatomite

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

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