Know all about Laterite and Chert properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Laterite and Chert belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic whereas that of Chert is Banded, Rough. Laterite appears Rough and Banded and Chert appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Laterite is dull while that of Chert is waxy and dull. Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors whereas Chert is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums and that of Chert are creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.