Know all about Mylonite and Banded iron formation properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Mylonite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Banded iron formation belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Mylonite is Foliated whereas that of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis. Mylonite appears Dull, Banded and Foilated and Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Mylonite is shiny while that of Banded iron formation is earthy. Mylonite is available in black to grey colors whereas Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Mylonite are creating artwork, gemstone, jewelry and that of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.