Know all about Schist and Amphibolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Schist and Amphibolite belong to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Schist is Foliated, Platy whereas that of Amphibolite is Banded, Foliated, Massive. Schist appears Layered and Shiny and Amphibolite appears Foliated. The luster of Schist is shiny while that of Amphibolite is vitreous to dull. Schist and Amphibolite are available in black, blue, brown, dark brown, green, grey, silver colors. The commercial uses of Schist are used in aquariums, writing slates and that of Amphibolite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.