Know all about Basanite and Monzogranite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite and Monzogranite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Monzogranite is Porphyritic. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Monzogranite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Monzogranite is dull to grainy with sporadic parts pearly and vitreous. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Monzogranite 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 Monzogranite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, curling, tombstones.