Know all about Borolanite and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Borolanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Borolanite is Granular whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Borolanite appears Banded and Foilated and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Borolanite is greasy to dull while that of Taconite is earthy. Borolanite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Borolanite are cemetery markers and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.