Ijolite and Marble Definition

Definition of Ijolite and Marble

The general Ijolite and Marble definition can be stated as: Ijolite is an intrusive igneous rock which is composed mainly of nepheline and an alkali pyroxene, usually aegirine-augite. 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 Ijolite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Ijolite and Marble. Get to know more information about Ijolite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Ijolite and Marble

The history of Ijolite 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.

Ijolite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Ijolite and Marble

Along with Ijolite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Ijolite and Marble. Etymology of Ijolite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Ijolite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Ijolite is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone while that of Marble is From the first syllable of the Finnish words Ii-vaara, Iijoki, &c. commonly used geographical names in Finland, and the Gr. Xiflos, a stone. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Ijolite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Ijolite and Marble are listed below.

For Ijolite,

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