Know all about Metapelite and Schist properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Metapelite and Schist belong to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Metapelite is Foliated whereas that of Schist is Foliated, Platy. Metapelite appears Banded and Schist appears Layered and Shiny. The luster of Metapelite is earthy while that of Schist is shiny. Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors whereas Schist is available in black, blue, brown, dark brown, green, grey, silver colors. The commercial uses of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Schist are used in aquariums, writing slates.