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Taconite vs Laterite Texture


Laterite vs Taconite Texture


Texture

Texture
Banded, Trellis   
Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic   

Color
Red, Reddish Brown   
Brown, Buff, Red   

Maintenance
Less   
Less   

Durability
Durable   
Durable   

Water Resistant
Yes   
No   

Scratch Resistant
Yes   
No   

Stain Resistant
No   
No   

Wind Resistant
Yes   
No   

Acid Resistant
No   
No   

Appearance
Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny   
Rough and Banded   

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Texture of Taconite and Laterite

Characteristics related to grain size of rocks are called as texture. Here you can know more about texture of Taconite and Laterite. Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic. Based on the texture of rocks, they are used for various purposes. Get detailed information about Taconite vs Laterite texture, color, appearance and maintenance in the next section.

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