Marble and Kenyte Definition

Definition of Marble and Kenyte

The general Marble and Kenyte 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, Kenyte is a variety of porphyritic phonolite or trachyte rock with rhomb shaped phenocrysts of anorthoclase with variable olivine and augite in a glassy matrix. Along with definition of Marble and Kenyte, get to know about Properties of Marble and Kenyte. Get to know more information about Marble and Kenyte origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Kenyte

The history of Marble and Kenyte 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 Kenyte Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Kenyte

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

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock