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