Marble and Adakite Definition

Definition of Marble and Adakite

The general Marble and Adakite definition can be stated as: 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. On the other hand, Adakite is an intermediate to felsic volcanic rock that has geochemical characteristics of magma which is said to be formed by partial melting of altered basalt that is subducted below volcanic arcs. Along with definition of Marble and Adakite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Adakite. Get to know more information about Marble and Adakite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Adakite

The history of Marble and Adakite 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.

Marble and Adakite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Adakite

Along with Marble and Adakite definition, know more about the etymology of Marble and Adakite. Etymology of Marble and Adakite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marble and Formation of Adakite. The etymology of Marble is From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like while that of Adakite is From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Marble belongs to Metamorphic Rocks while Adakite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marble and Adakite are listed below.

For Marble,

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

For Adakite,

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