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Marble and Soapstone Definition


Soapstone 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   
It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc   

History
  
  

Origin
Egypt   
USA   

Discoverer
Unknown   
Unknown   

Etymology
From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like   
From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap   

Class
Metamorphic Rocks   
Metamorphic Rocks   

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

Family
  
  

Group
Not Applicable   
Not Applicable   

Other Categories
Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock   

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Definition of Marble and Soapstone

The general Marble and Soapstone 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, It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc. Along with definition of Marble and Soapstone, get to know about Properties of Marble and Soapstone. Get to know more information about Marble and Soapstone origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

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History of Marble and Soapstone

The history of Marble and Soapstone 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 Soapstone Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Soapstone

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

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