Marble and Carbonatite Definition

Definition of Marble and Carbonatite

The general Marble and Carbonatite 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, Carbonatite is intrusive or extrusive igneous rock which is defined by mineralogic composition, consisting of greater than 50 percent carbonate minerals. Along with definition of Marble and Carbonatite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Carbonatite. Get to know more information about Marble and Carbonatite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Carbonatite

The history of Marble and Carbonatite 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 Carbonatite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Carbonatite

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

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