Know all about Gabbro and Aplite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Gabbro and Aplite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Gabbro is Phaneritic whereas that of Aplite is Granular, Graphic. Gabbro appears Veined and Shiny and Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Gabbro is not available while that of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous. Gabbro is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Gabbro are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones.