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