Know all about Amphibolite and Shonkinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Shonkinite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive whereas that of Shonkinite is Earthy. Amphibolite appears Foliated and Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Amphibolite is vitreous to dull while that of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull. Amphibolite is available in black, brown, green, grey colors whereas Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Amphibolite and Shonkinite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.