Know all about Metapelite and Icelandite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Icelandite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Metapelite is Foliated whereas that of Icelandite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Metapelite appears Banded and Icelandite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Metapelite is earthy while that of Icelandite is vitreous. Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors whereas Icelandite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Icelandite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.