Know all about Turbidite and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Turbidite and Taconite belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Turbidite is Mud-rich, Sandy whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Turbidite appears Dull and Banded and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Turbidite is metallic while that of Taconite is earthy. Turbidite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Turbidite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.