Know all about Basanite and Dacite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite and Dacite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Dacite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Dacite appears Vesicular. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Dacite is subvitreous to dull. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Dacite is available in bluish - grey, brown, grey, 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 Dacite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.