Marble and Lamprophyre Definition

Definition of Marble and Lamprophyre

The general Marble and Lamprophyre 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, Lamprophyre is uncommon igneous rocks primarily occurring as dikes, lopoliths, laccoliths, stocks and small intrusions. Along with definition of Marble and Lamprophyre, get to know about Properties of Marble and Lamprophyre. Get to know more information about Marble and Lamprophyre origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Lamprophyre

The history of Marble and Lamprophyre 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 Lamprophyre Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Lamprophyre

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

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