Know all about Charnockite and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Charnockite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Charnockite is Granular whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Charnockite appears Veined or Pebbled and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Charnockite is not available while that of Taconite is earthy. Charnockite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Charnockite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.