Know all about Serpentinite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Serpentinite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Serpentinite is Earthy whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Serpentinite appears Rough and Dull and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Serpentinite and Basanite is waxy and dull. Serpentinite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Serpentinite are commemorative tablets, 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.