Arkose and Amphibolite Definition

Definition of Arkose and Amphibolite

The general Arkose and Amphibolite definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. On the other hand, Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase. Along with definition of Arkose and Amphibolite, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Amphibolite. Get to know more information about Arkose and Amphibolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Amphibolite

The history of Arkose and Amphibolite 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.

Arkose and Amphibolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Amphibolite

Along with Arkose and Amphibolite definition, know more about the etymology of Arkose and Amphibolite. Etymology of Arkose and Amphibolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Arkose and Formation of Amphibolite. The etymology of Arkose is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones while that of Amphibolite is From Auvergne region of France used by a French geologist Alexandre Brongniart in 1826 who applied this term to some feldspathic sandstones. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Arkose belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Amphibolite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Arkose and Amphibolite are listed below.

For Arkose,

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

For Amphibolite,

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