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Epidosite vs Peridotite Texture


Peridotite vs Epidosite Texture


Texture

Texture
Glassy, Massive, Porphyritic, Scoriaceous, Vesicular   
Phaneritic   

Color
Black, Brown, Light to Dark Grey   
Dark Greenish - Grey   

Maintenance
Less   
Less   

Durability
Durable   
Durable   

Water Resistant
Yes   
Yes   

Scratch Resistant
Yes   
Yes   

Stain Resistant
Yes   
No   

Wind Resistant
Yes   
No   

Acid Resistant
No   
No   

Appearance
Dull and Soft   
Rough and Shiny   

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Texture of Epidosite and Peridotite

Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Epidosite and Peridotite. Texture of Epidosite is Glassy, Massive, Porphyritic, Scoriaceous, Vesicular whereas that of Peridotite is Phaneritic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Epidosite vs Peridotite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.

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