Know all about Anthracite and Theralite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Anthracite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Anthracite is Amorphous, Glassy whereas that of Theralite is Phaneritic. Anthracite appears Veined or Pebbled and Theralite appears Veined and Shiny. The luster of Anthracite is shiny while that of Theralite is waxy and dull. Anthracite is available in black, brown, dark brown, grey, light to dark grey colors whereas Theralite is available in dark grey to black 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 Theralite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.