Know all about Basanite and Aplite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite and Aplite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Aplite is Granular, Graphic. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white 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 Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones.