Marble and Litchfieldite Definition

Definition of Marble and Litchfieldite

The general Marble and Litchfieldite 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, Litchfieldite is a rare igneous rock which is coarse-grained, foliated and a variety of nepheline syenite, sometimes also called as nepheline syenite gneiss or gneissic nepeheline syenite. Along with definition of Marble and Litchfieldite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Litchfieldite. Get to know more information about Marble and Litchfieldite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Litchfieldite

The history of Marble and Litchfieldite 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 Litchfieldite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Litchfieldite

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

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