Metapelite and Coquina

All about Metapelite and Coquina Properties

Know all about Metapelite and Coquina properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Coquina belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Metapelite is Foliated whereas that of Coquina is Clastic. Metapelite appears Banded and Coquina appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Metapelite is earthy while that of Coquina is dull to vitreous to submetallic. Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors whereas Coquina is available in beige, buff, orange colors. The commercial uses of Metapelite and Coquina are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.