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Luxullianite and Marble Definition

1 Definition
1.1 Definition
Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.
Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
England
Egypt
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found
From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like
1.4 Class
Igneous Rocks
Metamorphic Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Plutonic
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Luxullianite and Marble

The general Luxullianite and Marble definition can be stated as: Luxullianite is a rare type of granite, known for presence of clusters of radially arranged acicular tourmaline crystals which are enclosed by phenocrysts of orthoclase and quartz in a matrix of quartz, tourmaline, alkali feldspar, brown mica.. On the other hand, Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock which is composed of recrystallized carbonate which is formed when limestone is exposed to high temperatures and pressures over a long time. Along with definition of Luxullianite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Luxullianite and Marble. Get to know more information about Luxullianite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Luxullianite and Marble

The history of Luxullianite and Marble gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.

Luxullianite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

Luxullianite and Marble definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Luxullianite and Marble. In this section, you will know about Luxullianite and Marble Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Luxullianite is England whereas Origin of Marble is Egypt. It is interesting to know the name of Luxullianite and Marble discoverer. The discoverer of Luxullianite and Marble are Unknown.

Etymology of Luxullianite and Marble

Along with Luxullianite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Luxullianite and Marble. Etymology of Luxullianite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Luxullianite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Luxullianite is From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found while that of Marble is From the village of Luxulyan in Cornwall, England, where this variety of granite is found. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Luxullianite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Luxullianite and Marble are listed below.

For Luxullianite,

  • Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
  • Group: Plutonic
  • Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock

For Marble,

  • Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
  • Group: Not applicable
  • Other Categories: Medium grained rock and Opaque rock