Know all about Norite and Anorthosite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Norite and Anorthosite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Norite is Phaneritic whereas that of Anorthosite is Foliated, Glassy. Norite appears Veined and Shiny and Anorthosite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Norite is not available while that of Anorthosite is pearly to subvitreous. Norite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Anorthosite is available in black, bluish - grey, brown, green, grey, light greenish grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Norite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Anorthosite are creating artwork, curling.