Know all about Aplite and Travertine properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Aplite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Travertine belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Aplite is Granular, Graphic whereas that of Travertine is Banded. Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled and Travertine appears Fibrous. The luster of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous while that of Travertine is dull to pearly. Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Travertine is available in beige, black, blue, brown, grey, red, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones and that of Travertine are cemetery markers, creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, paper industry, pottery.