Know all about Dacite and Aplite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Dacite and Aplite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Dacite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Aplite is Granular, Graphic. Dacite appears Vesicular and Aplite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Dacite is subvitreous to dull while that of Aplite is dull to pearly to subvitreous. Dacite is available in bluish - grey, brown, grey, light to dark grey colors whereas Aplite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Dacite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Aplite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, small sculptures, tombstones.