Know all about Shoshonite and Rhyolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Shoshonite and Rhyolite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Shoshonite is Porphyritic whereas that of Rhyolite is Aphanitic, Glassy, Porphyritic. Shoshonite appears Dull and Rhyolite appears Banded. The luster of Shoshonite is dull while that of Rhyolite is earthy. Shoshonite is available in brown- black, dark brown colors whereas Rhyolite is available in grey, white, light black colors. The commercial uses of Shoshonite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Rhyolite are gemstone, laboratory bench tops, jewelry.