Know all about Tephrite and Whiteschist properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Tephrite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Whiteschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Tephrite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Whiteschist is Foliated. Tephrite appears Vesicular and Whiteschist appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Tephrite and Whiteschist is subvitreous to dull. Tephrite and Whiteschist are available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Tephrite are production of lime, soil conditioner and that of Whiteschist are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, production of lime.