Know all about Aplite and Anthracite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Anthracite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Aplite is Granular, Graphic whereas that of Anthracite is Amorphous, Glassy. Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled and Anthracite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous while that of Anthracite is shiny. Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Anthracite is available in black, brown, dark brown, grey, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones and that of Anthracite are alumina refineries, electricity generation, liquid fuel, manufacture of soap, solvents, dyes, plastics and fibres, paper industry.