Know all about Rhyolite and Mudstone properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Rhyolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Mudstone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Rhyolite is Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic whereas that of Mudstone is Clastic. Rhyolite appears Banded and Mudstone appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Rhyolite is earthy while that of Mudstone is dull. Rhyolite is available in grey, white, light black colors whereas Mudstone 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 Mudstone are creating artwork, pottery.