Marble and Banded iron formation Definition

Definition of Marble and Banded iron formation

The general Marble and Banded iron formation 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, Banded iron formation are distinctive units of sedimentary rock that are almost always of Precambrian age. Along with definition of Marble and Banded iron formation, get to know about Properties of Marble and Banded iron formation. Get to know more information about Marble and Banded iron formation origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Banded iron formation

The history of Marble and Banded iron formation 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 Banded iron formation Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Banded iron formation

Along with Marble and Banded iron formation definition, know more about the etymology of Marble and Banded iron formation. Etymology of Marble and Banded iron formation gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marble and Formation of Banded iron formation. The etymology of Marble is From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like while that of Banded iron formation 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 Banded iron formation belongs to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marble and Banded iron formation 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 Banded iron formation,

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