Greenschist and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Greenschist and Phyllite

The general Greenschist and Phyllite definition can be stated as: Greenschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under lowest temperatures and pressures and is usually produced by regional metamorphism. On the other hand, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Greenschist and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Greenschist and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Greenschist and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Greenschist and Phyllite

The history of Greenschist and Phyllite 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.

Greenschist and Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Greenschist and Phyllite

Along with Greenschist and Phyllite definition, know more about the etymology of Greenschist and Phyllite. Etymology of Greenschist and Phyllite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Greenschist and Formation of Phyllite. The etymology of Greenschist is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color while that of Phyllite is From minerals such as chlorite, serpentine, and epidote, and platy minerals such as muscovite and platy serpentine which are green in color. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Greenschist and Phyllite belong to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Greenschist and Phyllite are listed below.

For Greenschist,

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

For Phyllite,

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