Know all about Diorite and Aplite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diorite and Aplite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Diorite is Phaneritic whereas that of Aplite is Granular, Graphic. Diorite appears Shiny and Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Diorite is shiny while that of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous. Diorite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Diorite are creating artwork, curling and that of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones.