Know all about Basanite and Adakite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite and Adakite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Adakite is Porphyritic. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Adakite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Adakite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Adakite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Basanite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms and that of Adakite are commemorative tablets, pottery, used in aquariums.