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Diatomite vs Banded iron formation Texture


Banded iron formation vs Diatomite Texture


Texture

Texture
Clastic or Non-Clastic   
Banded, Trellis   

Color
Grey, White, Yellow   
Red, Reddish Brown   

Maintenance
Less   
Less   

Durability
Non-Durable   
Durable   

Water Resistant
No   
No   

Scratch Resistant
No   
Yes   

Stain Resistant
No   
Yes   

Wind Resistant
No   
No   

Acid Resistant
No   
No   

Appearance
Soft   
Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny   

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Texture of Diatomite and Banded iron formation

Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Diatomite and Banded iron formation. Texture of Diatomite is Clastic or Non-Clastic whereas that of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Diatomite vs Banded iron formation texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.

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