Know all about Monzonite and Banded iron formation properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Monzonite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Banded iron formation belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Monzonite is Phaneritic whereas that of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis. Monzonite appears Shiny and Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Monzonite is subvitreous to dull while that of Banded iron formation is earthy. Monzonite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors whereas Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Monzonite are creating artwork and that of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.