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