Know all about Basanite and Siltstone properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Siltstone belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Siltstone is Clastic. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Siltstone appears Rough. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Siltstone is dull. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Siltstone is available in brown, red, reddish brown 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 Siltstone are raw material for the manufacture of mortar, soil conditioner.