Know all about Basanite and Felsite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite and Felsite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Felsite is Arborescent Patterned, Vitreous. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Felsite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Felsite is vitreous. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Felsite is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, 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 Felsite are mirror, jewelry.