Know all about Larvikite and Schist properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Schist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Schist is Foliated, Platy. Larvikite appears Shiny and Schist appears Layered and Shiny. The luster of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull while that of Schist is shiny. Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Schist is available in black, blue, brown, dark brown, green, grey, silver colors. The commercial uses of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Schist are used in aquariums, writing slates.