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Basanite 

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Basanite  vs Diabase Texture

Texture

Texture

Aphanitic to Porphyritic
Aphanitic, Granular

Color

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

Maintenance

Less
Less

Durability

Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Glassy or Pearly
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Texture of Basanite  and Diabase

Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Basanite  and Diabase. Texture of Basanite  is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Diabase is Aphanitic, Granular. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Basanite  vs Diabase texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.