Know all about Andesite and Ijolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Andesite and Ijolite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Ijolite is Earthy, Granular. Andesite appears Dull and Soft and Ijolite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Andesite is vitreous while that of Ijolite is greasy to dull. Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors whereas Ijolite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Ijolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.