Know all about Alkali Feldspar Granite and Andesite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Alkali Feldspar Granite and Andesite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Alkali Feldspar Granite is Phaneritic whereas that of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Alkali Feldspar Granite appears Veined or Pebbled and Andesite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Alkali Feldspar Granite is dull to grainy with sporadic parts pearly and vitreous while that of Andesite is vitreous. Alkali Feldspar Granite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Alkali Feldspar Granite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones and that of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.