Foidolite and Marl Definition

Definition of Foidolite and Marl

The general Foidolite and Marl 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, Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. Along with definition of Foidolite and Marl, get to know about Properties of Foidolite and Marl. Get to know more information about Foidolite and Marl origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Foidolite and Marl

The history of Foidolite and Marl 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 Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Foidolite and Marl

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

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