Dolomite and Marble Definition

Definition of Dolomite and Marble

The general Dolomite and Marble definition can be stated as: Dolomite is a sedimentary rock containing more than 50 percent of the mineral dolomite by weight. 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 Dolomite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Dolomite and Marble. Get to know more information about Dolomite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dolomite and Marble

The history of Dolomite 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.

Dolomite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dolomite and Marble

Along with Dolomite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Dolomite and Marble. Etymology of Dolomite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dolomite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Dolomite is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock while that of Marble is From French, from the name of Dolomieu (1750–1801), the French geologist who discovered the rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dolomite belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dolomite and Marble are listed below.

For Dolomite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness 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