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