Andesite and Schist Definition

Definition of Andesite and Schist

The general Andesite and Schist 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, Schist is a medium grade metamorphic rock with medium to large, flat, sheet like grains in a preferred orientation. Along with definition of Andesite and Schist, get to know about Properties of Andesite and Schist. Get to know more information about Andesite and Schist origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Andesite and Schist

The history of Andesite and Schist 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 Schist Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Andesite and Schist

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

For Andesite,

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

For Schist,

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