Marble and Enderbite Definition

Definition of Marble and Enderbite

The general Marble and Enderbite 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, Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. Along with definition of Marble and Enderbite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Enderbite. Get to know more information about Marble and Enderbite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Enderbite

The history of Marble and Enderbite 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 Enderbite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Enderbite

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

For Marble,

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

For Enderbite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock