Greenschist and Tachylite Definition

Definition of Greenschist and Tachylite

The general Greenschist and Tachylite 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, Tachylite is a vitreous form of basaltic volcanic glass. This glass is formed naturally by the rapid cooling of molten basalt. Along with definition of Greenschist and Tachylite, get to know about Properties of Greenschist and Tachylite. Get to know more information about Greenschist and Tachylite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Greenschist and Tachylite

The history of Greenschist and Tachylite 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 Tachylite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Greenschist and Tachylite

Along with Greenschist and Tachylite definition, know more about the etymology of Greenschist and Tachylite. Etymology of Greenschist and Tachylite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Greenschist and Formation of Tachylite. 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 Tachylite 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 belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Tachylite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Greenschist and Tachylite 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 Tachylite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock