Know all about Banded iron formation and Siltstone properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Banded iron formation and Siltstone belong to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Siltstone is Clastic. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Siltstone appears Rough. The luster of Banded iron formation is earthy while that of Siltstone is dull. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Siltstone is available in brown, red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Siltstone are raw material for the manufacture of mortar, soil conditioner.