Know all about Diorite and Gabbro properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diorite and Gabbro belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Diorite is Phaneritic whereas that of Gabbro is Phaneritic. Diorite appears Shiny and Gabbro appears Veined and Shiny. The luster of Diorite is shiny while that of Gabbro is not available. Diorite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Gabbro is available in dark grey to black colors. The commercial uses of Diorite are creating artwork, curling and that of Gabbro are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.