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