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Marble and Basanite  Definition

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1 Definition
1.1 Definition
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
Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone
1.2 History
1.2.1 Origin
Egypt
Unknown
1.2.2 Discoverer
Unknown
Unknown
1.3 Etymology
From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like
From Latin basanites + -ite
1.4 Class
Metamorphic Rocks
Igneous Rocks
1.4.1 Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
1.5 Family
1.5.1 Group
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
1.6 Other Categories
Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

Definition of Marble and Basanite 

The general Marble and Basanite  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, Basanite is a black basaltic rock which mainly contains plagioclase, augite, olivine and nepheline and is formerly used as a touchstone. Along with definition of Marble and Basanite , get to know about Properties of Marble and Basanite . Get to know more information about Marble and Basanite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Basanite 

The history of Marble and Basanite  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 Basanite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Basanite 

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

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