Know all about Chert and Amphibolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Chert belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Chert is Banded, Rough whereas that of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive. Chert appears Glassy or Pearly and Amphibolite appears Foliated. The luster of Chert is waxy and dull while that of Amphibolite is vitreous to dull. Chert and Amphibolite are available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Chert are creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms and that of Amphibolite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.