Know all about Rhyolite and Shonkinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Rhyolite and Shonkinite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Rhyolite is Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic whereas that of Shonkinite is Earthy. Rhyolite appears Banded and Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Rhyolite is earthy while that of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull. Rhyolite is available in grey, white, light black colors whereas Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Rhyolite are gemstone, laboratory bench tops, jewelry and that of Shonkinite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.