Kimberlite and Banded iron formation Uses

Kimberlite

Banded iron formation

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1 Uses

1.1 Architecture

1.1.1 Interior Uses

Countertops, Decorative Aggregates, Homes, Interior Decoration

Decorative Aggregates, Homes

1.1.2 Exterior Uses

As Building Stone, Paving Stone, Garden Decoration

Paving Stone, Office Buildings

1.1.3 Other Architectural Uses

Curbing

Curbing, Whetstones

1.2 Industry

1.2.1 Construction Industry

As a Flux in the Production of Steel and Pig Iron, As a Sintering Agent in Steel Industry to process Iron Ore, As Dimension Stone, Cement Manufacture, for Road Aggregate, Making natural cement, Manufacture of Magnesium and Dolomite Refractories

As Dimension Stone, Used for flooring, stair treads, borders and window sills.

1.2.2 Medical Industry

Taken as a Supplement for Calcium or Magnesium

Not Yet Used

1.3 Antiquity Uses

Artifacts, Monuments, Sculpture, Small Figurines

Artifacts

1.4 Other Uses

1.4.1 Commercial Uses

An Oil and Gas Reservoir, As a Feed Additive for Livestock, Gemstone, Metallurgical Flux, Production of Lime, Soil Conditioner, Source of Magnesia (MgO)

As a touchstone, Cemetery Markers, Creating Artwork

Uses of Kimberlite and Banded iron formation

There are many uses of Kimberlite and Banded iron formation based on their unique properties. All rocks due to their properties, texture, color etc. have variety of uses. Know all about Kimberlite and Banded iron formation and their uses in industries and architecture in the upcoming sections.

Commercial uses of Kimberlite: an oil and gas reservoir, as a feed additive for livestock, gemstone, metallurgical flux, production of lime, soil conditioner, source of magnesia (mgo).
Commercial uses of Banded iron formation: as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.