Know all about Rhyolite and Basalt properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Rhyolite and Basalt belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Rhyolite is Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic whereas that of Basalt is Glassy, Massive, Porphyritic, Scoriaceous, Vesicular. Rhyolite appears Banded and Basalt appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Rhyolite is earthy while that of Basalt is not available. Rhyolite is available in grey, white, light black colors whereas Basalt is available in black, brown, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Rhyolite are gemstone, laboratory bench tops, jewelry and that of Basalt are an oil and gas reservoir, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, used in aquariums.