Enderbite and Tachylite Definition

Definition of Enderbite and Tachylite

The general Enderbite and Tachylite definition can be stated as: Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. On the other hand, Tachylite is a vitreous form of basaltic volcanic glass. This glass is formed naturally by the rapid cooling of molten basalt. Along with definition of Enderbite and Tachylite, get to know about Properties of Enderbite and Tachylite. Get to know more information about Enderbite and Tachylite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Enderbite and Tachylite

The history of Enderbite and Tachylite 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 Tachylite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Enderbite and Tachylite

Along with Enderbite and Tachylite definition, know more about the etymology of Enderbite and Tachylite. Etymology of Enderbite and Tachylite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Enderbite and Formation of Tachylite. The etymology of Enderbite is From its occurrence in Enderby Land, Antarctica while that of Tachylite 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 and Tachylite belong to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Enderbite and Tachylite are listed below.

For Enderbite,

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

For Tachylite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock