Know all about Norite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Norite and Basanite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Norite is Phaneritic whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Norite appears Veined and Shiny and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Norite is not available while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Norite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Norite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Basanite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.