Know all about Banded iron formation and Basanite 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 Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly. The luster of Banded iron formation is earthy while that of Basanite is waxy and dull. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Basanite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms.