Know all about Obsidian and Latite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Obsidian and Latite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Obsidian is Glassy whereas that of Latite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Obsidian appears Shiny and Latite appears Rough. The luster of Obsidian is vitreous while that of Latite is subvitreous to dull. Obsidian is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors whereas Latite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Obsidian are creating artwork, mirror, used in aquariums and that of Latite are an oil and gas reservoir, as a feed additive for livestock, metallurgical flux, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo).