Know all about Talc carbonate and Phonolite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Talc carbonate belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Talc carbonate is Very Soft whereas that of Phonolite is Granular. Talc carbonate appears Soft and Phonolite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Talc carbonate is pearly while that of Phonolite is greasy to dull. Talc carbonate is available in colourless, grey, white colors whereas Phonolite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Talc carbonate are manufacturing of baby powder and that of Phonolite are cemetery markers, creating artwork.