Know all about Latite and Skarn properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Latite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Latite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Skarn is Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough. Latite appears Rough and Skarn appears Dull. The luster of Latite is subvitreous to dull while that of Skarn is waxy and dull. Latite and Skarn are available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Latite are an oil and gas reservoir, as a feed additive for livestock, metallurgical flux, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo) and that of Skarn are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, metallurgical flux, source of magnesia (mgo).