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