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Marble and Mugearite Definition


Mugearite 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   
Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides   

History
  
  

Origin
Egypt   
Skye, Scotland   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Alfred Harker   

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

Class
Metamorphic Rocks   
Igneous Rocks   

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

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Volcanic   

Other Categories
Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Marble and Mugearite

The general Marble and Mugearite 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, Mugearite is a type of oligoclase bearing basalt, also comprising of olivine, apatite, and opaque oxides. Along with definition of Marble and Mugearite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Mugearite. Get to know more information about Marble and Mugearite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Marble and Mugearite

The history of Marble and Mugearite 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 Mugearite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Mugearite

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

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