Obsidian and Dacite

All about Obsidian and Dacite Properties

Know all about Obsidian and Dacite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Obsidian and Dacite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Obsidian is Glassy whereas that of Dacite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Obsidian appears Shiny and Dacite appears Vesicular. The luster of Obsidian is vitreous while that of Dacite is subvitreous to dull. Obsidian is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors whereas Dacite is available in bluish - grey, brown, grey, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Obsidian are creating artwork, mirror, used in aquariums and that of Dacite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.