Know all about Eclogite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Eclogite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Eclogite is Earthy whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Eclogite appears Dull, Banded and Foilated and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Eclogite is subvitreous to dull while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Eclogite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Eclogite are creating artwork, gemstone and that of Basanite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.