Know all about Phonolite and Amphibolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Phonolite is Granular whereas that of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive. Phonolite appears Banded and Foilated and Amphibolite appears Foliated. The luster of Phonolite is greasy to dull while that of Amphibolite is vitreous to dull. Phonolite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Amphibolite is available in black, brown, green, grey colors. The commercial uses of Phonolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Amphibolite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.