Know all about Arkose and Eclogite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Arkose is Clastic whereas that of Eclogite is Earthy. Arkose appears Rough and Dull and Eclogite appears Dull, Banded and Foilated. The luster of Arkose is dull while that of Eclogite is subvitreous to dull. Arkose is available in reddish brown colors whereas Eclogite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Arkose are in aquifers, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo), tombstones and that of Eclogite are creating artwork, gemstone.