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