Know all about Banded iron formation and Whiteschist 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 Whiteschist belongs to Metamorphic Rocks.Texture of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis whereas that of Whiteschist is Foliated. Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny and Whiteschist appears Banded and Foilated. The luster of Banded iron formation is earthy while that of Whiteschist is subvitreous to dull. Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors whereas Whiteschist is available in colourless, green, grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Whiteschist are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry, production of lime.