Know all about Basanite and Granodiorite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite and Granodiorite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Granodiorite is Granular, Phaneritic. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Granodiorite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Granodiorite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Granodiorite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, 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 Granodiorite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones.