Know all about Banded iron formation and Granulite 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 Granulite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Granulite is Granoblastic. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Granulite appears Veined or Pebbled. The luster of Banded iron formation is earthy while that of Granulite is vitreous. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Granulite is available in black, brown colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Granulite are curling, gemstone, laboratory bench tops, soil conditioner, tombstones.