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