Know all about Phyllite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates 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.