Marl and Chert Definition

Definition of Marl and Chert

The general Marl and Chert definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Chert is a hard, dark, opaque sedimentary rock which is composed of silica with an amorphous fine-grained texture. Along with definition of Marl and Chert, get to know about Properties of Marl and Chert. Get to know more information about Marl and Chert origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Chert

The history of Marl and Chert 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 Chert Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Chert

Along with Marl and Chert definition, know more about the etymology of Marl and Chert. Etymology of Marl and Chert gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Marl and Formation of Chert. The etymology of Marl is From Old French marle, from Late Latin marglia while that of Chert 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 and Chert belong to Sedimentary Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Marl and Chert are listed below.

For Marl,

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

For Chert,

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