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