Marble and Nephelinite Definition

Definition of Marble and Nephelinite

The general Marble and Nephelinite 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, Nephelinite is a fine-grained or aphanitic igneous rock made up almost entirely of nepheline and clinopyroxene (variety augite).. Along with definition of Marble and Nephelinite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Nephelinite. Get to know more information about Marble and Nephelinite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Nephelinite

The history of Marble and Nephelinite 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 Nephelinite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Nephelinite

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

For Marble,

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

For Nephelinite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock