Diabase vs Shonkinite Texture
Texture
Aphanitic, Granular
  
Earthy
  
Color
Dark Grey to Black
  
Brown, Buff, Cream, Green, Grey, Pink, White
  
Maintenance
Less
  
Less
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Scratch Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Stain Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Wind Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Acid Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Appearance
Vesicular
  
Banded and Foilated
  
Texture of Diabase and Shonkinite
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Diabase and Shonkinite. Texture of Diabase is Aphanitic, Granular whereas that of Shonkinite is Earthy. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Diabase vs Shonkinite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.