Foidolite and Anthracite Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Anthracite

The general Foidolite and Anthracite definition can be stated as: Foidolite is a rare type of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock with a feldspathoid mineral content greater than 60%. On the other hand, Anthracite is a type of sedimentary rock which is hard and is variety of coal that has high luster. Along with definition of Foidolite and Anthracite, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Anthracite. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Anthracite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Anthracite

The history of Foidolite and Anthracite 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.

Foidolite and Anthracite Origin and Discoverer

Foidolite and Anthracite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Foidolite and Anthracite. In this section, you will know about Foidolite and Anthracite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Foidolite is Unknown whereas Origin of Anthracite is Pennsylvania, U.S.. It is interesting to know the name of Foidolite and Anthracite discoverer. The discoverer of Foidolite and Anthracite are Unknown.

Etymology of Foidolite and Anthracite

Along with Foidolite and Anthracite definition, know more about the etymology of Foidolite and Anthracite. Etymology of Foidolite and Anthracite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Foidolite and Formation of Anthracite. The etymology of Foidolite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock while that of Anthracite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Foidolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Anthracite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Foidolite and Anthracite are listed below.

For Foidolite,

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

For Anthracite,

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