Know all about Aplite and Phyllite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Aplite is Granular, Graphic whereas that of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty. Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled and Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy. The luster of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous while that of Phyllite is phyllitic. Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors. The commercial uses of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones and that of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates.