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Schist vs Skarn Texture


Skarn vs Schist Texture


Texture

Texture
Foliated, Platy   
Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough   

Color
Black, Blue, Brown, Dark Brown, Green, Grey, Silver   
Black, Brown, Colourless, Green, Grey, White   

Maintenance
Less   
Less   

Durability
Durable   
Durable   

Water Resistant
Yes   
Yes   

Scratch Resistant
No   
Yes   

Stain Resistant
No   
No   

Wind Resistant
No   
Yes   

Acid Resistant
No   
Yes   

Appearance
Layered and Shiny   
Dull   

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Texture of Schist and Skarn

Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Schist and Skarn. Texture of Schist is Foliated, Platy whereas that of Skarn is Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Schist vs Skarn texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.

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