Know all about Taconite and Kenyte properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Kenyte belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Taconite is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Kenyte is Glassy, Granular. Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Kenyte appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Taconite is earthy while that of Kenyte is greasy to dull. Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Kenyte is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Taconite and Kenyte are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.