Know all about Diabase and Monzonite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diabase and Monzonite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Diabase is Aphanitic, Granular whereas that of Monzonite is Phaneritic. Diabase appears Vesicular and Monzonite appears Shiny. The luster of Diabase is not available while that of Monzonite is subvitreous to dull. Diabase is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Monzonite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Diabase are an oil and gas reservoir, cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Monzonite are creating artwork.