Know all about Rhyodacite and Laterite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Rhyodacite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Rhyodacite is Earthy whereas that of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic. Rhyodacite appears Skeletal and Laterite appears Rough and Banded. The luster of Rhyodacite is greasy to dull while that of Laterite is dull. Rhyodacite is available in black to grey, dark greenish - grey colors whereas Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors. The commercial uses of Rhyodacite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums.