Know all about Shonkinite and Granodiorite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Shonkinite and Granodiorite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Shonkinite is Earthy whereas that of Granodiorite is Granular, Phaneritic. Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated and Granodiorite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull while that of Granodiorite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Granodiorite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Shonkinite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Granodiorite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones.