Know all about Basanite and Talc carbonate properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Talc carbonate belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Talc carbonate is Very Soft. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Talc carbonate appears Soft. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Talc carbonate is pearly. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Talc carbonate is available in colourless, 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 Talc carbonate are manufacturing of baby powder.