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