Know all about Banded iron formation and Foidolite 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 Foidolite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Foidolite is Earthy. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Foidolite appears Dull. The luster of Banded iron formation is earthy while that of Foidolite is subvitreous to dull. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Foidolite is available in black, brown, colourless, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Foidolite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.