Know all about Norite and Picrite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Norite and Picrite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Norite is Phaneritic whereas that of Picrite is Earthy, Rough. Norite appears Veined and Shiny and Picrite appears Rough and Shiny. The luster of Norite is not available while that of Picrite is subvitreous to dull. Norite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Picrite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Norite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Picrite are as a feed additive for livestock, as armour rock for sea walls, metallurgical flux, pottery, source of magnesia (mgo).