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