Know all about Rhyolite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Rhyolite and Basanite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Rhyolite is Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Rhyolite appears Banded and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Rhyolite is earthy while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Rhyolite is available in grey, white, light black colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Rhyolite are gemstone, laboratory bench tops, jewelry 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.