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