Picrite and Ganister Uses

Uses of Picrite and Ganister

There are many uses of Picrite and Ganister based on their unique properties. All rocks due to their properties, texture, color etc. have variety of uses. Know all about Picrite and Ganister and their uses in industries and architecture in the upcoming sections.

• Commercial uses of Picrite: as a feed additive for livestock, as armour rock for sea walls, metallurgical flux, pottery, source of magnesia (mgo).
• Commercial uses of Ganister: an oil and gas reservoir, in aquifers, petroleum reservoirs, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo), tombstones.