Know all about Diamictite and Porphyry properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diamictite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Porphyry belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Diamictite is Clastic whereas that of Porphyry is Porphyritic. Diamictite appears Banded and Porphyry appears Dull. The luster of Diamictite is grainy, pearly and vitreous while that of Porphyry is dull. Diamictite is available in brown, buff colors whereas Porphyry is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, red, rust, white colors. The commercial uses of Diamictite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, production of lime and that of Porphyry are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry.