Know all about Diorite and Granulite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diorite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Granulite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Diorite is Phaneritic whereas that of Granulite is Granoblastic. Diorite appears Shiny and Granulite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Diorite is shiny while that of Granulite is vitreous. Diorite and Granulite are available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Diorite are creating artwork, curling and that of Granulite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, soil conditioner, tombstones.