Know all about Schist and Eclogite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Schist and Eclogite belong to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Schist is Foliated, Platy whereas that of Eclogite is Earthy. Schist appears Layered and Shiny and Eclogite appears Dull, Banded and Foilated. The luster of Schist is shiny while that of Eclogite is subvitreous to dull. Schist is available in black, blue, brown, dark brown, green, grey, silver colors whereas Eclogite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Schist are used in aquariums, writing slates and that of Eclogite are creating artwork, gemstone.