Arkose and Marble Definition

Definition of Arkose and Marble

The general Arkose and Marble definition can be stated as: Arkose is a sedimentary rock, specifically a type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar. 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 Arkose and Marble, get to know about Properties of Arkose and Marble. Get to know more information about Arkose and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Arkose and Marble

The history of Arkose 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.

Arkose and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Arkose and Marble

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

For Arkose,

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

For Marble,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Medium grained rock and Opaque rock