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