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