Know all about Metapelite and Variolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Variolite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Metapelite is Foliated whereas that of Variolite is Glassy, Massive, Porphyritic, Scoriaceous, Vesicular. Metapelite appears Banded and Variolite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Metapelite is earthy while that of Variolite is not available. Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors whereas Variolite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Variolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.