Know all about Banded iron formation and Cataclasite 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 Cataclasite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Cataclasite is Clastic. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Cataclasite appears Dull and Banded. The luster of Banded iron formation is earthy while that of Cataclasite is vitreous. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Cataclasite is available in brown, green, white, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Cataclasite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork.