Know all about Aplite and Peridotite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Aplite and Peridotite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Aplite is Granular, Graphic whereas that of Peridotite is Phaneritic. Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled and Peridotite appears Rough and Shiny. The luster of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous while that of Peridotite is shiny. Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Peridotite is available in dark greenish - grey colors. The commercial uses of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones and that of Peridotite are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, source of chromite, platinum, nickel and garnet, source of diamonds.