Know all about Arkose and Jaspillite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Arkose and Jaspillite belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Arkose is Clastic whereas that of Jaspillite is Banded, Trellis. Arkose appears Rough and Dull and Jaspillite appears Banded and Glassy. The luster of Arkose is dull while that of Jaspillite is earthy. Arkose is available in reddish brown colors whereas Jaspillite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Arkose are in aquifers, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo), tombstones and that of Jaspillite are creating artwork, jewelry.