Anthracite and Marble Definition

Definition of Anthracite and Marble

The general Anthracite and Marble definition can be stated as: Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. 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 Anthracite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Anthracite and Marble. Get to know more information about Anthracite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Anthracite and Marble

The history of Anthracite 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.

Anthracite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Anthracite and Marble

Along with Anthracite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Anthracite and Marble. Etymology of Anthracite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Anthracite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Anthracite is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal while that of Marble is From Greek anthrakites, from anthrax, anthrak meaning coal. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Anthracite and Marble belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Anthracite and Marble are listed below.

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

For Marble,

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