Know all about Aplite and Dacite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Aplite and Dacite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Aplite is Granular, Graphic whereas that of Dacite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled and Dacite appears Vesicular. The luster of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous while that of Dacite is subvitreous to dull. Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Dacite is available in bluish - grey, brown, grey, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones and that of Dacite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.