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Phyllite vs Dunite Texture


Dunite vs Phyllite Texture


Texture

Texture
Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty  
Phaneritic  

Color
Black to Grey, Light Greenish Grey  
Dark Greenish - Grey  

Maintenance
More  
Less  

Durability
Durable  
Durable  

Water Resistant
No  
Yes  

Scratch Resistant
No  
Yes  

Stain Resistant
No  
Yes  

Wind Resistant
No  
No  

Acid Resistant
No  
No  

Appearance
Crinkled or Wavy  
Rough and Shiny  

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Texture of Phyllite and Dunite

Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Phyllite and Dunite. Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Dunite is Phaneritic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Phyllite vs Dunite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.

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