Know all about Arkose and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Arkose and Taconite belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Arkose is Clastic whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Arkose appears Rough and Dull and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Arkose is dull while that of Taconite is earthy. Arkose is available in reddish brown colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Arkose are in aquifers, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo), tombstones and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.