Obsidian vs Phyllite Texture
Texture
Glassy
  
Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty
  
Color
Black, Blue, Brown, Green, Orange, Red, Tan, Yellow
  
Black to Grey, Light Greenish Grey
  
Maintenance
Less
  
More
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Scratch Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Stain Resistant
No
  
No
  
Wind Resistant
No
  
No
  
Acid Resistant
No
  
No
  
Appearance
Shiny
  
Crinkled or Wavy
  
Texture of Obsidian and Phyllite
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Obsidian and Phyllite. Texture of Obsidian is Glassy whereas that of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Obsidian vs Phyllite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.