Know all about Norite and Scoria properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Norite and Scoria belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Norite is Phaneritic whereas that of Scoria is Vesicular. Norite appears Veined and Shiny and Scoria appears Glassy and Vesicular. The luster of Norite is not available while that of Scoria is subvitreous to dull. Norite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Scoria is available in black, brown, dark grey to black, red colors. The commercial uses of Norite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Scoria are as a traction material on snow-covered roads, creating artwork, high-temperature insulation, in gas barbecue grills.