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