Skarn and Diorite Definition

Definition of Skarn and Diorite

The general Skarn and Diorite 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, Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. Along with definition of Skarn and Diorite, get to know about Properties of Skarn and Diorite. Get to know more information about Skarn and Diorite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Skarn and Diorite

The history of Skarn and Diorite 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 Diorite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Skarn and Diorite

Along with Skarn and Diorite definition, know more about the etymology of Skarn and Diorite. Etymology of Skarn and Diorite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Skarn and Formation of Diorite. 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 Diorite 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 belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Diorite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Skarn and Diorite are listed below.

For Skarn,

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

For Diorite,

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