Foidolite and Marble Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Marble

The general Foidolite and Marble 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, 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 Foidolite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Marble. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Marble

The history of Foidolite 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.

Foidolite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Marble

Along with Foidolite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Foidolite and Marble. Etymology of Foidolite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Foidolite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Foidolite is From the mineral feldspathoid which is the main content of rock while that of Marble 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 Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Foidolite and Marble 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 Marble,

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