Oolite and Marble Definition

Definition of Oolite and Marble

The general Oolite and Marble definition can be stated as: Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. 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 Oolite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Oolite and Marble. Get to know more information about Oolite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Oolite and Marble

The history of Oolite 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.

Oolite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Oolite and Marble

Along with Oolite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Oolite and Marble. Etymology of Oolite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Oolite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Oolite is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime while that of Marble is From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Oolite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Oolite and Marble are listed below.

For Oolite,

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