The general Marble and Phonolite 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, Phonolite is an uncommon extrusive igneous rock volcanic rock of intermediate chemical composition between felsic and mafic. Along with definition of Marble and Phonolite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Phonolite. Get to know more information about Marble and Phonolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.
The history of Marble and Phonolite 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 Phonolite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Marble and Phonolite. In this section, you will know about Marble and Phonolite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Marble is Egypt whereas Origin of Phonolite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Marble and Phonolite discoverer. The discoverer of Marble and Phonolite are Unknown.
Along with Marble and Phonolite definition, know more about the etymology of Marble and Phonolite. Etymology of Marble and Phonolite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marble and Formation of Phonolite. The etymology of Marble is From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like while that of Phonolite 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 Phonolite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marble and Phonolite are listed below.
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