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