Know all about Banded iron formation and Kenyte 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 Kenyte belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Kenyte is Glassy, Granular. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Kenyte appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Banded iron formation is earthy while that of Kenyte is greasy to dull. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Kenyte is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation and Kenyte are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.