Marl and Dacite Definition

Definition of Marl and Dacite

The general Marl and Dacite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Dacite is a volcanic igneous rock which is rintermediate in composition between andesite and rhyolite. Along with definition of Marl and Dacite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Dacite. Get to know more information about Marl and Dacite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Dacite

The history of Marl and Dacite 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 Dacite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Dacite

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

For Marl,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Soft Rock
• Group:
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Dacite,

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