Know all about Laterite and Rhyolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Rhyolite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic whereas that of Rhyolite is Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic. Laterite appears Rough and Banded and Rhyolite appears Banded. The luster of Laterite is dull while that of Rhyolite is earthy. Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors whereas Rhyolite is available in grey, white, light black colors. The commercial uses of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums and that of Rhyolite are gemstone, laboratory bench tops, jewelry.