Granodiorite and Marble Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Marble

The general Granodiorite and Marble definition can be stated as: Granodiorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock containing quartz and plagioclase, and which has composition in between granite and diorite. 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 Granodiorite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Granodiorite and Marble. Get to know more information about Granodiorite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Granodiorite and Marble

The history of Granodiorite 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.

Granodiorite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Marble

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

For Granodiorite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse 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