Know all about Shale and Diamictite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Shale and Diamictite belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Shale is Clastic, Splintery whereas that of Diamictite is Clastic. Shale appears Muddy and Diamictite appears Banded. The luster of Shale is dull while that of Diamictite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Shale and Diamictite are available in black, brown, buff, green, grey, red, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Shale are creating artwork, pottery and that of Diamictite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, production of lime.