Know all about Turbidite and Phonolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Turbidite is Mud-rich, Sandy whereas that of Phonolite is Granular. Turbidite appears Dull and Banded and Phonolite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Turbidite is metallic while that of Phonolite is greasy to dull. Turbidite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink colors whereas Phonolite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Turbidite and Phonolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.