Know all about Taconite and Whiteschist properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Whiteschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Whiteschist is Foliated. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Whiteschist appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Whiteschist is subvitreous to dull. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Whiteschist is available in colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Whiteschist are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, production of lime.