Know all about Essexite and Adakite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Essexite and Adakite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Essexite is Granular whereas that of Adakite is Porphyritic. Essexite appears Banded and Adakite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Essexite is not available while that of Adakite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Adakite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Adakite are commemorative tablets, pottery, used in aquariums.