Know all about Laterite and Andesite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Andesite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic whereas that of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Laterite appears Rough and Banded and Andesite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Laterite is dull while that of Andesite is vitreous. Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors whereas Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums and that of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.