Know all about Larvikite and Arkose properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Larvikite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Arkose is Clastic. Larvikite appears Shiny and Arkose appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull while that of Arkose is dull. Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Arkose is available in reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Arkose are in aquifers, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo), tombstones.