Know all about Whiteschist and Taconite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Whiteschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Taconite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Whiteschist is Foliated whereas that of Taconite is Banded, Trellis. Whiteschist appears Banded and Foilated and Taconite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Whiteschist is subvitreous to dull while that of Taconite is earthy. Whiteschist is available in colourless, green, grey, white colors whereas Taconite is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Whiteschist are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, production of lime and that of Taconite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.