Know all about Diorite and Peridotite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diorite and Peridotite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Diorite is Phaneritic whereas that of Peridotite is Phaneritic. Diorite appears Shiny and Peridotite appears Rough and Shiny. The luster of Diorite and Peridotite is shiny. Diorite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Peridotite is available in dark greenish - grey colors. The commercial uses of Diorite are creating artwork, curling and that of Peridotite are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, source of chromite, platinum, nickel and garnet, source of diamonds.