Know all about Aplite and Variolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Aplite and Variolite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Aplite is Granular, Graphic whereas that of Variolite is Glassy, Massive, Porphyritic, Scoriaceous, Vesicular. Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled and Variolite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous while that of Variolite is not available. Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Variolite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones and that of Variolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.