Banded Iron Formation (Sample #36)
Colour: Grey, black and red bands. The grey bands are hematite and the red bands are jasper.
Hardness: 5
Streak: Grey, black or red depending on the band
Luster: Metallic to dull
Magnetic: Yes
Conductive: Yes and no
Cleavage: None
Relative Density: 5.0
Distinguishing Characteristics: Distinctive bands of red, black and grey. It will both attract and repel a magnet
Uses: Significant source of iron ore.
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