Marble and Diabase Definition

Definition of Marble and Diabase

The general Marble and Diabase 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, Diabase is a fine-grained igneous rock which is composed mostly of pyroxene and feldspar. Along with definition of Marble and Diabase, get to know about Properties of Marble and Diabase. Get to know more information about Marble and Diabase origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Diabase

The history of Marble and Diabase 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 Diabase Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Diabase

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

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