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