Know all about Adamellite and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Adamellite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Adamellite is Porphyritic whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Adamellite appears Veined or Pebbled and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Adamellite is dull to grainy with sporadic parts pearly and vitreous while that of Taconite is earthy. Adamellite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Adamellite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.