Know all about Laterite and Jadeitite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Jadeitite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic whereas that of Jadeitite is Earthy. Laterite appears Rough and Banded and Jadeitite appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Laterite is dull while that of Jadeitite is waxy and dull. Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors whereas Jadeitite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums and that of Jadeitite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, jewelry.