Know all about Diamictite and Laterite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diamictite and Laterite belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Diamictite is Clastic whereas that of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic. Diamictite appears Banded and Laterite appears Rough and Banded. The luster of Diamictite is grainy, pearly and vitreous while that of Laterite is dull. Diamictite is available in brown, buff colors whereas Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors. The commercial uses of Diamictite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, production of lime and that of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums.