Know all about Rhyodacite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Rhyodacite and Basanite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Rhyodacite is Earthy whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Rhyodacite appears Skeletal and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Rhyodacite is greasy to dull while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Rhyodacite is available in black to grey, dark greenish - grey colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Rhyodacite are cemetery markers, creating artwork 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.