Mangerite and Marble Definition

Definition of Mangerite and Marble

The general Mangerite and Marble definition can be stated as: Mangerite is a plutonic intrusive igneous rock, which is essentially a hypersthene-bearing monzonite. 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 Mangerite and Marble, get to know about Properties of Mangerite and Marble. Get to know more information about Mangerite and Marble origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Mangerite and Marble

The history of Mangerite 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.

Mangerite and Marble Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Mangerite and Marble

Along with Mangerite and Marble definition, know more about the etymology of Mangerite and Marble. Etymology of Mangerite and Marble gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Mangerite and Formation of Marble. The etymology of Mangerite is not available while that of Marble is not available. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Mangerite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Mangerite and Marble are listed below.

For Mangerite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine 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