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Arkose

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Arkose vs Gneiss Texture

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Texture

Texture

Clastic
Banded, Foliated, Platy

Color

Reddish Brown
Black, Brown, Pink, Red, White

Maintenance

Less
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Durability

Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Rough and Dull
Foliated

Texture of Arkose and Gneiss

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