Know all about Chert and Adakite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Chert belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Adakite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Chert is Banded, Rough whereas that of Adakite is Porphyritic. Chert appears Glassy or Pearly and Adakite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Chert is waxy and dull while that of Adakite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Chert is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Adakite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Chert are creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms and that of Adakite are commemorative tablets, pottery, used in aquariums.