Know all about Shonkinite and Rhyodacite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Shonkinite and Rhyodacite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Shonkinite is Earthy whereas that of Rhyodacite is Earthy. Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated and Rhyodacite appears Skeletal. The luster of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull while that of Rhyodacite is greasy to dull. Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Rhyodacite is available in black to grey, dark greenish - grey colors. The commercial uses of Shonkinite and Rhyodacite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.