Know all about Diorite and Rapakivi Granite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Diorite and Rapakivi Granite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Diorite is Phaneritic whereas that of Rapakivi Granite is Granular, Phaneritic. Diorite appears Shiny and Rapakivi Granite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Diorite is shiny while that of Rapakivi Granite is dull to grainy with sporadic parts pearly and vitreous. Diorite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Rapakivi Granite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Diorite are creating artwork, curling and that of Rapakivi Granite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, curling, laboratory bench tops, tombstones.