Know all about Diamictite and Chert properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diamictite and Chert belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Diamictite is Clastic whereas that of Chert is Banded, Rough. Diamictite appears Banded and Chert appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Diamictite is grainy, pearly and vitreous while that of Chert is waxy and dull. Diamictite is available in brown, buff colors whereas Chert is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Diamictite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, production of lime and that of Chert are creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.