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