Know all about Banded iron formation and Pantellerite 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 Pantellerite belongs to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Pantellerite is Eutaxitic. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Pantellerite appears Layered and Foliated. The luster of Banded iron formation and Pantellerite is earthy. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Pantellerite is available in dark greenish - grey colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation and Pantellerite are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.