Argillite vs Granodiorite Texture
Texture
Clastic, Polished
  
Granular, Phaneritic
  
Color
Dark Grey to Black, Pink, Red, White
  
Black, Grey, Orange, Pink, White
  
Maintenance
Less
  
More
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
No
  
Yes
  
Scratch Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Stain Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Wind Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Acid Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Appearance
Rough and Dull
  
Veined or Pebbled
  
Texture of Argillite and Granodiorite
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Argillite and Granodiorite. Texture of Argillite is Clastic, Polished whereas that of Granodiorite is Granular, Phaneritic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Argillite vs Granodiorite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.