Know all about Shonkinite and Turbidite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Shonkinite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Turbidite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Shonkinite is Earthy whereas that of Turbidite is Mud-rich, Sandy. Shonkinite appears Banded and Foilated and Turbidite appears Dull and Banded. The luster of Shonkinite is subvitreous to dull while that of Turbidite is metallic. Shonkinite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Turbidite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink colors. The commercial uses of Shonkinite and Turbidite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.