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Phyllite
Phyllite

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Phyllite vs Laterite Texture

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Texture

Texture

Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty
Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic

Color

Black to Grey, Light Greenish Grey
Brown, Buff, Red

Maintenance

More
Less

Durability

Durable
Durable

Water Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Stain Resistant

Wind Resistant

Acid Resistant

Appearance

Crinkled or Wavy
Rough and Banded

Texture of Phyllite and Laterite

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