Know all about Basanite and Serpentinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Serpentinite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Serpentinite is Earthy. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Serpentinite appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Basanite and Serpentinite is waxy and dull. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Serpentinite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, 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 Serpentinite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.