Know all about Phyllite and Borolanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Borolanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Borolanite is Granular. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Borolanite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Borolanite is greasy to dull. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Borolanite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite and Borolanite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates.