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Marble and Hyaloclastite  Definition


Hyaloclastite  and Marble Definition


Definition

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   
Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment   

History
  
  

Origin
Egypt   
Unknown   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like   
From hyalo +‎ -ite   

Class
Metamorphic Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock   
Durable Rock, Soft Rock   

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Volcanic   

Other Categories
Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Marble and Hyaloclastite 

The general Marble and Hyaloclastite  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, Hyaloclastite is an aggregate of fine, glassy debris formed by the sudden contact of hot, coherent magma and cold water or water-saturated sediment. Along with definition of Marble and Hyaloclastite  , get to know about Properties of Marble and Hyaloclastite  . Get to know more information about Marble and Hyaloclastite  origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Marble and Hyaloclastite 

The history of Marble and Hyaloclastite  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 Hyaloclastite  Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Hyaloclastite 

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

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