Know all about Mangerite and Lignite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Mangerite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Lignite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Mangerite is Phaneritic whereas that of Lignite is Amorphous, Glassy. Mangerite appears Shiny and Lignite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Mangerite is subvitreous to dull while that of Lignite is dull to vitreous to submetallic. Mangerite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Lignite is available in black, brown, dark brown, grey, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Mangerite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Lignite are electricity generation.