Marble and Teschenite Definition

Definition of Marble and Teschenite

The general Marble and Teschenite 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, Teschenite is coarse- to fine-grained, dark-coloured intrusive igneous rock that usually occurs in sills, dikes and irregular masses and is always altered to some extent. Along with definition of Marble and Teschenite, get to know about Properties of Marble and Teschenite. Get to know more information about Marble and Teschenite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marble and Teschenite

The history of Marble and Teschenite 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 Teschenite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marble and Teschenite

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

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