Know all about Phyllite and Banded iron formation properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Phyllite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Banded iron formation belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Phyllite is Phyllitic Sheen, Slaty whereas that of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis. Phyllite appears Crinkled or Wavy and Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Phyllite is phyllitic while that of Banded iron formation is earthy. Phyllite is available in black to grey, light greenish grey colors whereas Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Phyllite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork, writing slates and that of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.