Know all about Banded iron formation and Borolanite 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 Borolanite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Borolanite is Granular. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Borolanite appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Banded iron formation is earthy while that of Borolanite is greasy to dull. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Borolanite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation and Borolanite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.