Know all about Andesite and Lignite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Andesite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Lignite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Lignite is Amorphous, Glassy. Andesite appears Dull and Soft and Lignite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Andesite is vitreous while that of Lignite is dull to vitreous to submetallic. Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors whereas Lignite is available in black, brown, dark brown, grey, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Lignite are electricity generation.