Know all about Banded iron formation and Felsite 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 Felsite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Felsite is Arborescent Patterned, Vitreous. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Felsite appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Banded iron formation is earthy while that of Felsite is vitreous. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Felsite is available in black, blue, brown, green, orange, red, tan, yellow colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Felsite are mirror, jewelry.