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