Know all about Charnockite and Andesite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Charnockite and Andesite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Charnockite is Granular whereas that of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Charnockite appears Veined or Pebbled and Andesite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Charnockite is not available while that of Andesite is vitreous. Charnockite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Charnockite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones and that of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.