Know all about Andesite and Cataclasite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Andesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Cataclasite is Clastic. Andesite appears Dull and Soft and Cataclasite appears Dull and Banded. The luster of Andesite and Cataclasite is vitreous. Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors whereas Cataclasite is available in brown, green, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Andesite and Cataclasite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.