Know all about Rhyolite and Aplite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Rhyolite and Aplite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Rhyolite is Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic whereas that of Aplite is Granular, Graphic. Rhyolite appears Banded and Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Rhyolite is earthy while that of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous. Rhyolite is available in grey, white, light black colors whereas Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Rhyolite are gemstone, laboratory bench tops, jewelry and that of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones.