Marble and Porphyry Definition

Definition of Marble and Porphyry

The general Marble and Porphyry 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, Porphyry is a reddish-brown to purple igneous rock containing large phenocrysts of various minerals embedded in a fine-grained matrix. Along with definition of Marble and Porphyry, get to know about Properties of Marble and Porphyry. Get to know more information about Marble and Porphyry origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Porphyry

The history of Marble and Porphyry 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 Porphyry Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Porphyry

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

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