Phyllite and Andesite

All about Phyllite and Andesite Properties

Know all about Phyllite and Andesite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Andesite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Andesite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Andesite is vitreous. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite and Andesite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates.