Know all about Phyllite and Skarn properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite and Skarn belong to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Skarn is Earthy, Mud-rich, Rough. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Skarn appears Dull. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Skarn is waxy and dull. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Skarn is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates and that of Skarn are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, metallurgical flux, source of magnesia (mgo).