Know all about Basanite and Claystone properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Claystone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Claystone is Clastic. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Claystone appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Claystone is dull. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Claystone is available in black, blue, brown, green, grey, orange, red, white, yellow 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 Claystone are pottery.