Know all about Taconite and Basanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, 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.