Know all about Taconite and Benmoreite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Benmoreite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Benmoreite is Glassy, Massive, Porphyritic, Scoriaceous, Trachytic, Vesicular. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Benmoreite appears Rough and Dull. The luster of Taconite and Benmoreite is earthy. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Benmoreite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Benmoreite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork, curling.