Know all about Phonolite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phonolite and Basanite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Phonolite is Granular whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Phonolite appears Banded and Foilated and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Phonolite is greasy to dull while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Phonolite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Phonolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork 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.