Know all about Amphibolite and Diorite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Diorite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive whereas that of Diorite is Phaneritic. Amphibolite appears Foliated and Diorite appears Shiny. The luster of Amphibolite is vitreous to dull while that of Diorite is shiny. Amphibolite is available in black, brown, green, grey colors whereas Diorite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Amphibolite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Diorite are creating artwork, curling.