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