Know all about Chert and Laterite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Chert and Laterite belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Chert is Banded, Rough whereas that of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic. Chert appears Glassy or Pearly and Laterite appears Rough and Banded. The luster of Chert is waxy and dull while that of Laterite is dull. Chert is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Laterite is available in brown, buff, red 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 Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums.