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Granite vs Andesite Texture

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Texture

Texture

Granular, Phaneritic
Aphanitic to Porphyritic

Color

Black, Grey, Orange, Pink, White
Bluish - Grey, Grey, Pink, Yellow

Maintenance

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Durability

Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Veined or Pebbled
Dull and Soft

Texture of Granite and Andesite

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