Know all about Diorite and Anorthosite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diorite and Anorthosite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Diorite is Phaneritic whereas that of Anorthosite is Foliated, Glassy. Diorite appears Shiny and Anorthosite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Diorite is shiny while that of Anorthosite is pearly to subvitreous. Diorite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Anorthosite is available in black, bluish - grey, brown, green, grey, light greenish grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Diorite and Anorthosite are creating artwork, curling.