Marl and Phyllite Definition

Definition of Marl and Phyllite

The general Marl and Phyllite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Phyllite is a fine-grained metamorphic rock with a well-developed laminar structure, and is intermediate between slate and schist rocks. Along with definition of Marl and Phyllite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Phyllite. Get to know more information about Marl and Phyllite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Phyllite

The history of Marl and Phyllite 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 Phyllite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Phyllite

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

For Marl,

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

For Phyllite,

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