Know all about Taconite and Chert properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite and Chert belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Chert is Banded, Rough. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Chert appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Chert is waxy and dull. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Chert is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Chert are creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.