Dunite and Marble Definition

Definition of Dunite and Marble

The general Dunite and Marble definition can be stated as: Dunite is a green to brownish coarse-grained igneous rock mainly consisting of olivine. 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 Dunite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Dunite and Marble. Get to know more information about Dunite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Dunite and Marble

The history of Dunite 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.

Dunite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Dunite and Marble

Along with Dunite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Dunite and Marble. Etymology of Dunite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Dunite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Dunite is From the name of Dun Mountain, New Zealand, + -ite1 while that of Marble is From the name of Dun Mountain, New Zealand, + -ite1. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Dunite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Dunite and Marble are listed below.

For Dunite,

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