Know all about Taconite and Norite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Norite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Norite is Phaneritic. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Norite appears Veined and Shiny. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Norite is not available. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Norite is available in dark grey to black colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Norite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones.