Know all about Granodiorite and Andesite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Granodiorite and Andesite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Granodiorite is Granular, Phaneritic whereas that of Andesite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Granodiorite appears Veined or Pebbled and Andesite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Granodiorite is grainy, pearly and vitreous while that of Andesite is vitreous. Granodiorite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Andesite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Granodiorite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones and that of Andesite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.