Marl and Pyrolite Definition

Definition of Marl and Pyrolite

The general Marl and Pyrolite definition can be stated as: Marl is an unconsolidated sedimentary rock consisting of clay and lime. On the other hand, Pyrolite is an igneous rock consisting of about three parts of peridotite and one part of basalt. Along with definition of Marl and Pyrolite, get to know about Properties of Marl and Pyrolite. Get to know more information about Marl and Pyrolite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Marl and Pyrolite

The history of Marl and Pyrolite 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 Pyrolite Origin and Discoverer

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

Etymology of Marl and Pyrolite

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

For Marl,

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

For Pyrolite,

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