Know all about Picrite and Metapelite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Picrite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Picrite is Earthy, Rough whereas that of Metapelite is Foliated. Picrite appears Rough and Shiny and Metapelite appears Banded. The luster of Picrite is subvitreous to dull while that of Metapelite is earthy. Picrite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white, yellow colors whereas Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors. The commercial uses of Picrite are as a feed additive for livestock, as armour rock for sea walls, metallurgical flux, pottery, source of magnesia (mgo) and that of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.