Know all about Basanite and Skarn properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Skarn is Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Skarn appears Dull. The luster of Basanite and Skarn is waxy and dull. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Skarn 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 Skarn are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, metallurgical flux, source of magnesia (mgo).