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