Know all about Anthracite and Serpentinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Anthracite and Serpentinite belong to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Anthracite is Amorphous, Glassy whereas that of Serpentinite is Earthy. Anthracite appears Veined or Pebbled and Serpentinite appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Anthracite is shiny while that of Serpentinite is waxy and dull. Anthracite is available in black, brown, dark brown, grey, light to dark grey colors whereas Serpentinite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Anthracite are alumina refineries, electricity generation, liquid fuel, manufacture of soap, solvents, dyes, plastics and fibres, paper industry and that of Serpentinite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.