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Diatomite
Diatomite

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Diatomite vs Obsidian Texture

Texture

Texture

Clastic or Non-Clastic
Glassy

Color

Grey, White, Yellow
Black, Blue, Brown, Green, Orange, Red, Tan, Yellow

Maintenance

Less
Less

Durability

Non-Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Soft
Shiny

Texture of Diatomite and Obsidian

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