Know all about Boninite and Andesite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Boninite and Andesite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Boninite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Boninite appears Dull and Soft and Andesite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Boninite and Andesite is vitreous. Boninite is available in bluish - grey, brown, colourless, green, grey colors whereas Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Boninite are an oil and gas reservoir, cemetery markers, creating artwork, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo) and that of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.