Know all about Schist and Turbidite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Schist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Schist is Foliated, Platy whereas that of Turbidite is Mud-rich, Sandy. Schist appears Layered and Shiny and Turbidite appears Dull and Banded. The luster of Schist is shiny while that of Turbidite is metallic. Schist is available in black, blue, brown, dark brown, green, grey, silver colors whereas Turbidite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink colors. The commercial uses of Schist are used in aquariums, writing slates and that of Turbidite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.