Know all about Taconite and Granulite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Granulite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Granulite is Granoblastic. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Granulite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Granulite is vitreous. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Granulite is available in black, brown colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Granulite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, soil conditioner, tombstones.