Marble and Basaltic Trachyandesite Definition

Definition of Marble and Basaltic Trachyandesite

The general Marble and Basaltic Trachyandesite 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, Basaltic Trachyandesite is an extrusive igneous rock which is a type of Basalt rock and is formed by the rapid cooling of basaltic lava exposed at or very near the Earth's surface. Along with definition of Marble and Basaltic Trachyandesite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Basaltic Trachyandesite. Get to know more information about Marble and Basaltic Trachyandesite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Basaltic Trachyandesite

The history of Marble and Basaltic Trachyandesite 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 Basaltic Trachyandesite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Basaltic Trachyandesite

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

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