Know all about Taconite and Adamellite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Adamellite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Adamellite is Porphyritic. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Adamellite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Adamellite is dull to grainy with sporadic parts pearly and vitreous. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Adamellite is available in black, grey, orange, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Adamellite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones.