Granodiorite and Marl Definition

Definition of Granodiorite and Marl

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

History of Granodiorite and Marl

The history of Granodiorite 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.

Granodiorite and Marl Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Granodiorite and Marl

Along with Granodiorite and Marl definition, know more about the etymology of Granodiorite and Marl. Etymology of Granodiorite and Marl gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Granodiorite and Formation of Marl. The etymology of Granodiorite is From granite + diorite while that of Marl 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 Marl belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Granodiorite and Marl 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 Marl,

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