Know all about Phyllite and Icelandite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Icelandite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Icelandite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Icelandite appears Dull and Soft. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Icelandite is vitreous. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Icelandite is available in bluish - grey, grey, pink, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite and Icelandite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates.