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Chalk vs Oil shale Texture

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Texture

Texture

Clastic or Non-Clastic
Splintery

Color

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

Maintenance

Less
Less

Durability

Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Soft
Muddy

Texture of Chalk and Oil shale

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