Marble 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 0
From the Greek marmaros, shining stone and also from the English word marmoreal meaning marble-like 0
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock 0
Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock 0
Define Marble
Marble is one of the important type of rocks. If we have to define Marble in general, 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. Marble comes under . All Metamorphic Rocks have similar properties and formation process. Along with Marble Definition, know more about the History of Marble, Etymology of Marble in next sections.