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Basanite 
Basanite 

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Basanite  vs Laterite Texture

Texture

Texture

Aphanitic to Porphyritic
Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic

Color

Black, Brown, Green, Grey, Red, White
Brown, Buff, Red

Maintenance

Less
Less

Durability

Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Glassy or Pearly
Rough and Banded

Texture of Basanite  and Laterite

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