Marble and Blue Granite Definition

Definition of Marble and Blue Granite

The general Marble and Blue Granite definition can be stated as: 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. On the other hand, Blue Granite is an igneous rock and a variety of Larvikite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized blue crystals of feldspar. Along with definition of Marble and Blue Granite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Blue Granite. Get to know more information about Marble and Blue Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Blue Granite

The history of Marble and Blue Granite 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.

Marble and Blue Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Blue Granite

Along with Marble and Blue Granite definition, know more about the etymology of Marble and Blue Granite. Etymology of Marble and Blue Granite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marble and Formation of Blue Granite. The etymology of Marble is From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like while that of Blue Granite is From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Blue Granite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marble and Blue Granite are listed below.

For Marble,

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

For Blue Granite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock