Know all about Anthracite and Amphibolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Anthracite and Amphibolite belong to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Anthracite is Amorphous, Glassy whereas that of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive. Anthracite appears Veined or Pebbled and Amphibolite appears Foliated. The luster of Anthracite is shiny while that of Amphibolite is vitreous to dull. Anthracite is available in black, brown, dark brown, grey, light to dark grey colors whereas Amphibolite is available in black, brown, green, grey colors. The commercial uses of Anthracite are alumina refineries, electricity generation, liquid fuel, manufacture of soap, solvents, dyes, plastics and fibres, paper industry and that of Amphibolite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.