Know all about Andesite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Andesite and Basanite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Andesite appears Dull and Soft and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Andesite is vitreous while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Basanite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.