Know all about Metapelite and Diatomite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Diatomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Metapelite is Foliated whereas that of Diatomite is Clastic or Non-Clastic. Metapelite appears Banded and Diatomite appears Soft. The luster of Metapelite is earthy while that of Diatomite is dull. Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors whereas Diatomite is available in grey, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Diatomite are alumina refineries, animal feed filler, as a feed additive for livestock, creating artwork, drawing on blackboards, fire resistant, gymnasts, athletes and mountain climbers use for grip, in aquifers, soil conditioner, to ignite fire, used as a filter medium, used as an insecticide, whiting material in toothpaste, paint and paper.