Know all about Rhyolite and Claystone properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Rhyolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Claystone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Rhyolite is Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic whereas that of Claystone is Clastic. Rhyolite appears Banded and Claystone appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Rhyolite is earthy while that of Claystone is dull. Rhyolite is available in grey, white, light black colors whereas Claystone is available in black, blue, brown, green, grey, orange, red, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Rhyolite are gemstone, laboratory bench tops, jewelry and that of Claystone are pottery.