Chert and Marl Definition

Chert

Marl

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1 Definition

1.1 Definition

Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture

Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime

1.2 History

1.2.1 Origin

Unknown

1.2.2 Discoverer

Unknown

1.3 Etymology

From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use

From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia

1.4 Class

Sedimentary Rocks

1.4.1 Sub-Class

Durable Rock, Hard Rock

Durable Rock, Soft Rock

1.5 Family

1.5.1 Group

Not Applicable

1.6 Other Categories

Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Chert and Marl

The general Chert and Marl definition can be stated as: Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. On the other hand, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Along with definition of Chert and Marl, get to know about Properties of Chert and Marl. Get to know more information about Chert and Marl origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Chert and Marl

The history of Chert and Marl 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.

Chert and Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Chert and Marl

Along with Chert and Marl definition, know more about the etymology of Chert and Marl. Etymology of Chert and Marl gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Chert and Formation of Marl. The etymology of Chert is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use while that of Marl is From flint-like quartz, 1670s, of unknown origin- a local term, which has been taken into geological use. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Chert and Marl belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Chert and Marl are listed below.

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