Know all about Taconite and Hornblendite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Hornblendite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Hornblendite is Banded, Foliated, Massive. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Hornblendite appears Foliated. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Hornblendite is vitreous to dull. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Hornblendite is available in black, brown, green, grey colors. The commercial uses of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Hornblendite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.