Diorite and Marble Definition

Definition of Diorite and Marble

The general Diorite and Marble definition can be stated as: Diorite is a grey to dark-grey intermediate intrusive igneous rock composed principally of plagioclase feldspar,biotite, hornblende, and pyroxene. 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 Diorite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Diorite and Marble. Get to know more information about Diorite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Diorite and Marble

The history of Diorite 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.

Diorite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Diorite and Marble

Along with Diorite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Diorite and Marble. Etymology of Diorite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Diorite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Diorite is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish while that of Marble is From early 19th century coined in French, formed irregularly from Greek diorizein distinguish. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Diorite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Diorite and Marble are listed below.

For Diorite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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