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Diabase vs Shonkinite Texture


Shonkinite vs Diabase Texture


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   

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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.

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