Metapelite and Banded iron formation

All about Metapelite and Banded iron formation Properties

Know all about Metapelite and Banded iron formation properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Banded iron formation belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Metapelite is Foliated whereas that of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis. Metapelite appears Banded and Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Metapelite and Banded iron formation is earthy. Metapelite is available in dark greenish - grey, green, light green, light greenish grey colors whereas Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Metapelite are commemorative tablets, creating artwork and that of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.