Enderbite and Hornfels Definition

Definition of Enderbite and Hornfels

The general Enderbite and Hornfels definition can be stated as: Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. On the other hand, Hornfels is a metamorphic rock formed by the contact between mudstone or other clay rich rock, and a hot igneous body, and represents a heat altered equivalent of the original rock. Along with definition of Enderbite and Hornfels, get to know about Properties of Enderbite and Hornfels. Get to know more information about Enderbite and Hornfels origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Enderbite and Hornfels

The history of Enderbite and Hornfels 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.

Enderbite and Hornfels Origin and Discoverer

Enderbite and Hornfels definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Enderbite and Hornfels. In this section, you will know about Enderbite and Hornfels Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Enderbite is Enderby Land, Antarctica whereas Origin of Hornfels is New Zealand. It is interesting to know the name of Enderbite and Hornfels discoverer. The discoverer of Enderbite and Hornfels are Unknown.

Etymology of Enderbite and Hornfels

Along with Enderbite and Hornfels definition, know more about the etymology of Enderbite and Hornfels. Etymology of Enderbite and Hornfels gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Enderbite and Formation of Hornfels. The etymology of Enderbite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica while that of Hornfels is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Enderbite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Hornfels belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Enderbite and Hornfels are listed below.

For Enderbite,

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

For Hornfels,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock