Marble and Borolanite Definition

Definition of Marble and Borolanite

The general Marble and Borolanite 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, Borolanite is a variety of Nepheline Syenite and belongs to igneous rocks and contains nepheline-alkali feldspar pseudomorphs which occur as conspicuous white spots in the dark rock matrix. Along with definition of Marble and Borolanite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Borolanite. Get to know more information about Marble and Borolanite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Borolanite

The history of Marble and Borolanite 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 Borolanite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Borolanite

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

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