Nepheline Syenite vs Rhyolite Texture
Texture
Granular
  
Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic
  
Color
Brown, Buff, Cream, Green, Grey, Pink, White
  
Grey, White, Light Black
  
Maintenance
Less
  
More
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Scratch Resistant
No
  
Yes
  
Stain Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Wind Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Acid Resistant
Yes
  
Yes
  
Appearance
Banded and Foilated
  
Banded
  
Texture of Nepheline Syenite and Rhyolite
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Nepheline Syenite and Rhyolite. Texture of Nepheline Syenite is Granular whereas that of Rhyolite is Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Nepheline Syenite vs Rhyolite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.