Skarn and Anthracite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Anthracite

The general Skarn and Anthracite definition can be stated as: Skarns are formed during regional or contact metamorphism and from a variety of metasomatic processes involving fluids of magmatic, metamorphic, and/or marine origin. On the other hand, Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. Along with definition of Skarn and Anthracite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Anthracite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Anthracite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Anthracite

The history of Skarn and Anthracite 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.

Skarn and Anthracite Origin and Discoverer

Skarn and Anthracite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Skarn and Anthracite. In this section, you will know about Skarn and Anthracite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Skarn is USA, Australia whereas Origin of Anthracite is Pennsylvania, U.S.. It is interesting to know the name of Skarn and Anthracite discoverer. The Discoverer of Skarn is Tornebohm and the discoverer of Anthracite is Unknown.

Etymology of Skarn and Anthracite

Along with Skarn and Anthracite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Anthracite. Etymology of Skarn and Anthracite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Anthracite. The etymology of Skarn is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock. while that of Anthracite is From an old Swedish mining term originally used to describe a type of silicate gangue or waste rock.. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Skarn and Anthracite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Anthracite are listed below.

For Skarn,

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

For Anthracite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock