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