Know all about Dacite and Claystone properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Dacite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Claystone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Dacite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Claystone is Clastic. Dacite appears Vesicular and Claystone appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Dacite is subvitreous to dull while that of Claystone is dull. Dacite is available in bluish - grey, brown, grey, light to dark grey colors whereas Claystone is available in black, blue, brown, green, grey, orange, red, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Dacite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Claystone are pottery.