Know all about Amphibolite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Amphibolite appears Foliated and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Amphibolite is vitreous to dull while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Amphibolite is available in black, brown, green, grey colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Amphibolite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Basanite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.