Gossan vs Tonalite Texture
Texture
Rough, Sandy
  
Phaneritic
  
Color
Brown, Brown- Black, Gold, Green, Rust
  
Black, Brown, Light to Dark Grey, White
  
Maintenance
Less
  
Less
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Scratch Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Stain Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Wind Resistant
No
  
No
  
Acid Resistant
No
  
Yes
  
Appearance
Dull and Banded
  
Banded and Foilated
  
Texture of Gossan and Tonalite
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Gossan and Tonalite. Texture of Gossan is Rough, Sandy whereas that of Tonalite is Phaneritic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Gossan vs Tonalite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.