Know all about Norite and Arkose properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Norite is Phaneritic whereas that of Arkose is Clastic. Norite appears Veined and Shiny and Arkose appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Norite is not available while that of Arkose is dull. Norite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Arkose is available in reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Norite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Arkose are in aquifers, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo), tombstones.