Know all about Taconite and Borolanite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Borolanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Borolanite is Granular. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Borolanite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Borolanite is greasy to dull. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Borolanite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Taconite and Borolanite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.