Know all about Taconite and Charnockite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Charnockite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Charnockite is Granular. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Charnockite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Charnockite is not available. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Charnockite 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 Charnockite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, tombstones.