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