Know all about Shonkinite and Metapelite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Shonkinite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Shonkinite is Earthy whereas that of Metapelite is Foliated. Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated and Metapelite appears Banded. The luster of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull while that of Metapelite is earthy. Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors. The commercial uses of Shonkinite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.