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