Know all about Theralite and Schist properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Theralite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Schist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Theralite is Phaneritic whereas that of Schist is Foliated, Platy. Theralite appears Veined and Shiny and Schist appears Layered and Shiny. The luster of Theralite is waxy and dull while that of Schist is shiny. Theralite is available in dark grey to black colors whereas Schist is available in black, blue, brown, dark brown, green, grey, silver colors. The commercial uses of Theralite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, laboratory bench tops, jewelry, sea defence, tombstones and that of Schist are used in aquariums, writing slates.