Know all about Mangerite and Laterite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Mangerite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Laterite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Mangerite is Phaneritic whereas that of Laterite is Earthy, Massive, Porphyritic. Mangerite appears Shiny and Laterite appears Rough and Banded. The luster of Mangerite is subvitreous to dull while that of Laterite is dull. Mangerite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Laterite is available in brown, buff, red colors. The commercial uses of Mangerite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Laterite are an oil and gas reservoir, source of bauxite, used in aquariums.