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Chalk vs Chert Texture


Chert vs Chalk Texture


Texture

Texture
Clastic or Non-Clastic   
Banded, Rough   

Color
Grey, White, Yellow   
Black, Brown, Green, Grey, Red, White   

Maintenance
Less   
Less   

Durability
Durable   
Durable   

Water Resistant
No   
Yes   

Scratch Resistant
No   
Yes   

Stain Resistant
No   
Yes   

Wind Resistant
No   
No   

Acid Resistant
No   
Yes   

Appearance
Soft   
Glassy or Pearly   

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Texture of Chalk and Chert

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

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