Know all about Basanite and Turbidite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Turbidite is Mud-rich, Sandy. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Turbidite appears Dull and Banded. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Turbidite is metallic. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Turbidite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink 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 Turbidite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.