Picrite and Serpentinite

All about Picrite and Serpentinite Properties

Know all about Picrite and Serpentinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Picrite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Serpentinite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Picrite is Earthy, Rough whereas that of Serpentinite is Earthy. Picrite appears Rough and Shiny and Serpentinite appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Picrite is subvitreous to dull while that of Serpentinite is waxy and dull. Picrite and Serpentinite are available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white, yellow 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 Serpentinite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.