Know all about Latite and Jadeitite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Latite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Jadeitite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Latite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Jadeitite is Earthy. Latite appears Rough and Jadeitite appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Latite is subvitreous to dull while that of Jadeitite is waxy and dull. Latite and Jadeitite are available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Latite are an oil and gas reservoir, as a feed additive for livestock, metallurgical flux, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo) and that of Jadeitite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, jewelry.