Know all about Metapelite and Travertine properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Travertine belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Metapelite is Foliated whereas that of Travertine is Banded. Metapelite appears Banded and Travertine appears Fibrous. The luster of Metapelite is earthy while that of Travertine is dull to pearly. Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors whereas Travertine is available in beige, black, blue, brown, grey, red, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Travertine are cemetery markers, creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, paper industry, pottery.