Know all about Basanite and Ijolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite and Ijolite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Ijolite is Earthy, Granular. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Ijolite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Ijolite is greasy to dull. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Ijolite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, 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 Ijolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.