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Diabase

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Diabase vs Laterite Texture

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Texture

Texture

Aphanitic, Granular
Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic

Color

Dark Grey to Black
Brown, Buff, Red

Maintenance

Less
Less

Durability

Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Vesicular
Rough and Banded

Texture of Diabase and Laterite

Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Diabase and Laterite. Texture of Diabase is Aphanitic, Granular whereas that of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Diabase vs Laterite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.