Know all about Essexite and Arkose properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Essexite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Essexite is Granular whereas that of Arkose is Clastic. Essexite appears Banded and Arkose appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Essexite is not available while that of Arkose is dull. Essexite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Arkose is available in reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Essexite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Arkose are in aquifers, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo), tombstones.