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