Know all about Basanite and Amphibolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Amphibolite appears Foliated. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Amphibolite is vitreous to dull. Basanite and Amphibolite are available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Basanite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms and that of Amphibolite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.