Know all about Diorite and Latite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diorite and Latite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Diorite is Phaneritic whereas that of Latite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Diorite appears Shiny and Latite appears Rough. The luster of Diorite is shiny while that of Latite is subvitreous to dull. Diorite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Latite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Diorite are creating artwork, curling and that of Latite are an oil and gas reservoir, as a feed additive for livestock, metallurgical flux, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo).