Definition
Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series
It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc
History
Origin
Enderby Land, Antarctica
USA
Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
Etymology
From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica
From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap
Class
Igneous Rocks
Metamorphic Rocks
Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
Family
Group
Plutonic
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Other Categories
Coarse Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock