Know all about Larvikite and Latite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Larvikite and Latite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Larvikite is Phaneritic whereas that of Latite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Larvikite appears Shiny and Latite appears Rough. The luster of Larvikite and Latite is subvitreous to dull. Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Latite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Latite are an oil and gas reservoir, as a feed additive for livestock, metallurgical flux, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo).