Marl and Coal Definition

Definition of Marl and Coal

The general Marl and Coal definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Coal is a combustible black or brownish-black sedimentary rock usually occurring in rock strata in layers called coal beds. Along with definition of Marl and Coal, get to know about Properties of Marl and Coal. Get to know more information about Marl and Coal origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Coal

The history of Marl and Coal 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 Coal Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Coal

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

For Marl,

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

For Coal,

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