Marl and Blue Granite Definition

Definition of Marl and Blue Granite

The general Marl and Blue Granite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Blue Granite is an igneous rock and a variety of Larvikite, notable for the presence of thumbnail-sized blue crystals of feldspar. Along with definition of Marl and Blue Granite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Blue Granite. Get to know more information about Marl and Blue Granite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Blue Granite

The history of Marl and Blue Granite 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.

Marl and Blue Granite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Blue Granite

Along with Marl and Blue Granite definition, know more about the etymology of Marl and Blue Granite. Etymology of Marl and Blue Granite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marl and Formation of Blue Granite. The etymology of Marl is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia while that of Blue Granite is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Marl belongs to Sedimentary Rocks while Blue Granite belongs to Igneous Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marl and Blue Granite are listed below.

For Marl,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Blue Granite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock