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