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