Marl and Enderbite Definition

Definition of Marl and Enderbite

The general Marl and Enderbite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Enderbite rock is an igneous rock which belongs to the Charnockite rock series. Along with definition of Marl and Enderbite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Enderbite. Get to know more information about Marl and Enderbite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Enderbite

The history of Marl and Enderbite 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 Enderbite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Enderbite

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

For Marl,

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

For Enderbite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Plutonic
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock and Opaque rock