Know all about Turbidite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Turbidite is Mud-rich, Sandy whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Turbidite appears Dull and Banded and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Turbidite is metallic while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Turbidite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Turbidite are cemetery markers, 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.