Know all about Metapelite and Lignite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Lignite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Metapelite is Foliated whereas that of Lignite is Amorphous, Glassy. Metapelite appears Banded and Lignite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Metapelite is earthy while that of Lignite is dull to vitreous to submetallic. Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors whereas Lignite is available in black, brown, dark brown, grey, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Lignite are electricity generation.