Know all about Metapelite and Shonkinite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Shonkinite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Metapelite is Foliated whereas that of Shonkinite is Earthy. Metapelite appears Banded and Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Metapelite is earthy while that of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull. Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors whereas Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Shonkinite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.