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