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Diatomite vs Metapelite Texture

Texture

Texture

Clastic or Non-Clastic
Foliated

Color

Grey, White, Yellow
Dark Greenish - Grey, Green, Light Green, Light Greenish Grey

Maintenance

Less
Less

Durability

Non-Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Soft
Banded

Texture of Diatomite and Metapelite

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