Know all about Mugearite and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Mugearite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Mugearite is Glassy, Massive, Porphyritic, Scoriaceous, Vesicular whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Mugearite appears Dull and Soft and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Mugearite is not available while that of Taconite is earthy. Mugearite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Mugearite are creating artwork and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.