Andesite and Marble Definition

Definition of Andesite and Marble

The general Andesite and Marble definition can be stated as: Andesite is a dark, fine-grained, brown or greyish intermediate volcanic rock which is a commonly found in lava. 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 Andesite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Marble. Get to know more information about Andesite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Marble

The history of Andesite 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.

Andesite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Marble

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

For Andesite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard 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