Basanite vs Banded iron formation Texture
Texture
Aphanitic to Porphyritic
  
Banded, Trellis
  
Color
Black, Brown, Green, Grey, Red, White
  
Red, Reddish Brown
  
Maintenance
Less
  
Less
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Scratch Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Stain Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Wind Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Acid Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Appearance
Glassy or Pearly
  
Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny
  
Texture of Basanite and Banded iron formation
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Basanite and Banded iron formation. Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Basanite vs Banded iron formation texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.