Slate vs Diamictite Texture
Texture
Foliated
  
Clastic
  
Color
Black, Brown, Buff, Green, Light to Dark Grey, Purple, Red, Shades of Blue
  
Brown, Buff
  
Maintenance
Less
  
Less
  
Durability
Durable
  
Durable
  
Water Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Scratch Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Stain Resistant
Yes
  
No
  
Wind Resistant
No
  
No
  
Acid Resistant
No
  
No
  
Appearance
Dull
  
Banded
  
Texture of Slate and Diamictite
Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Slate and Diamictite. Texture of Slate is Foliated whereas that of Diamictite is Clastic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Slate vs Diamictite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.