Know all about Skarn and Adakite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Skarn belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Adakite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Skarn is Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough whereas that of Adakite is Porphyritic. Skarn appears Dull and Adakite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Skarn is waxy and dull while that of Adakite is grainy, pearly and vitreous. Skarn is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors whereas Adakite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Skarn are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, metallurgical flux, source of magnesia (mgo) and that of Adakite are commemorative tablets, pottery, used in aquariums.